Amish Applesauce Cake – Sweet Easy Recipe That Feels Like Home
Ever tasted a hug in cake form? That’s what this Amish Applesauce Cake feels like. It’s not showy or flashy—just warm, spiced, and sweet in a way that reminds you of fall mornings, cozy kitchens, and someone’s grandma (even if it’s not yours).
I made this cake last weekend because my applesauce was giving me the side-eye in the pantry. And wow—why don’t we bake with applesauce more often? The cake came out tender, not too dense, with the kind of cinnamon-nutmeg thing going on that makes your kitchen smell like a holiday market.
Best part? No fancy mixers or decorating skills required. You mix, pour, and bake. That’s it. It’s the perfect go-to when you want to bring something homemade to the table without stress. And if you sneak a slice with your morning coffee the next day—I won’t judge. I did the same.
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup raisins (optional)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and beat until combined.
- Stir in the applesauce. (Don't worry if it looks a little curdled—it’ll bake up beautifully.)
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix until just combined.
- Fold in raisins and nuts, if using. No need to be fancy—just stir until they’re spread out.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for a bit. Slice and enjoy plain or with a dollop of whipped cream!