This applesauce cake is one of those old-fashioned desserts that never go out of style. It’s soft, moist, and full of warm cinnamon flavor that makes the whole kitchen smell amazing while it bakes. I love making it when I have a jar of applesauce sitting around or when I want something sweet but not too heavy. It’s simple, comforting, and perfect with a cup of tea or coffee. Plus, it stays moist for days, which makes it great for meal prep or sharing with friends.

>>>> Red Velvet Cake Roll (With Cream Cheese Filling)

Recipe Details

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: Around 270 per slice

Why You’ll Love This Applesauce Cake

• It’s super moist without needing a lot of butter or oil.
• Made with simple pantry ingredients, no fancy stuff needed.
• Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg for cozy flavor.
• Freezes beautifully, so you can enjoy a slice anytime.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon nutmeg
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or raisins for extra texture

How to Make Applesauce Cake

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, oil, egg, applesauce, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Combine: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined. Fold in nuts or raisins if you’re using them.
5. Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Cool and serve: Let it cool slightly before slicing. You can enjoy it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with cream cheese frosting.

Serving Ideas

• Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• Top with a drizzle of caramel sauce for a cozy fall dessert.
• Spread a little cream cheese frosting for a sweet, tangy touch.