Best 9 Chocolate Cake Mix Using Applesauce Recipes

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Are you looking for a decadent and delicious chocolate cake that is also moist and flavorful? Look no further than this chocolate cake mix using applesauce. This recipe uses applesauce as a substitute for oil, making it a healthier option without compromising on taste. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all levels. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, you'll be able to create a moist and delicious chocolate cake that will be the star of any occasion.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE APPLESAUCE CAKE I



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This cake is moist with applesauce, is full of raisins and pecans. This is a chocolate cake for all you chocolate lovers. This cake has no eggs and is especially dense.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup butter
1 ¼ cups white sugar
½ cup milk
1 ½ cups applesauce
2 tablespoons dark rum
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped pecans
¼ cup dark rum

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream the butter or margarine with the sugar. Beat in the milk, applesauce, and 2 tablespoons of rum.
  • In another bowl, stir together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, spices, and salt. Beat into the creamed mixture and then stir in the raisins and pecans.
  • Turn the batter into a greased and floured 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake the cake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 45 minutes, or until it tests done with a toothpick.
  • Immediately after removing the cake from the oven, sprinkle it with the remaining 1/4 cup rum. Let cool on a rack. This cake improves if allowed to sit for a day or so before eating. Serves 20.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 14.1 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 197 mg, Sugar 21.4 g

EASIEST APPLESAUCE CAKE



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This moist spice cake starts with a simple mix, but makes a wonderful breakfast or snack cake. This is the easiest Applesauce Cake I have ever made!

Provided by EAGLES1955

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup applesauce
¼ cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Grease and flour three 8x4 inch loaf pans.
  • In a large bowl, stir together cake mix, instant pudding mix, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Add the applesauce, oil, eggs and water. Blend for 3 to 4 minutes using an electric mixer. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  • Bake for 50 to 55 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1155.7 calories, Carbohydrate 174.3 g, Cholesterol 251.4 mg, Fat 45.2 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 1684.6 mg, Sugar 32.6 g

CHOCOLATE-APPLESAUCE CAKE



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Applesauce not only adds subtle sweetness to this rich chocolate cake, but also makes it incredibly moist. Top this fabulous fall dessert-full of chocolate and apple flavors-with our Cider Glaze, Apple Chips, and Crystallized Ginger for extra flair.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, plus more for pan
2 1/4 cups super fine sugar
2 large eggs
2 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce, preferably homemade
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch of salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons Calvados or brandy
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
Cider Glaze, Apple Chips, and Crystallized Ginger
2 cups whipped cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 degrees. Brush a 9 1/2-inch kugel-hopf ring mold or Bundt pan with soft butter. Coat with 1/4 cup superfine sugar; tap out excess sugar; set mold aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the butter and remaining 2 cups superfine sugar. Beat on medium speed, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula, until mixture is light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add the eggs, and beat 2 to 3 minutes more. Fold in the applesauce, being careful not to overmix.
  • In a large bawl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and baking powder.
  • Fold the flour mixture into applesauce mixture. Add the vanilla, Calvados, and chocolate pieces; mix until just combined. Pour batter into prepared pan; use a rubber spatula to clean bowl and smooth top.
  • Bake until cake pulls away from sides of pan and is springy to the touch or until a cake tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 2 hours. Transfer to a wire tack to cool slightly; turn out cake; let cool completely.
  • Sift confectioners' sugar over cooled cake. Pour cider glaze over top of cake, allowing to drip down sides. Garnish with apple chips and crystallized ginger. Serve cake with whipped cream, if desired.

CHOCOLATE APPLESAUCE CAKE III



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This is an extremely moist cake that ranks right up there for all the chocoholics in my home. It does not need to be frosted because it is sprinkled with chocolate chips and walnuts before baking. Easy AND delicious!

Provided by Karen Dunn

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups unsweetened applesauce
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Sift together the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer set on medium speed. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Blend in the vanilla extract. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the applesauce.
  • Pour the batter into a 9x13 inch baking pan. Sprinkle with the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Cool in the pan on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 25.7 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 161.7 mg, Sugar 18.5 g

CHOCOLATE APPLESAUCE CAKE



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Applesauce adds moistness to this tender cake with a sweet chocolate and nut topping. "It's breeze to make and perfect for picnics," comments Sue Braunschweig of Delafield, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups unsweetened applesauce
TOPPING:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine dry ingredients; add to the creamed mixture alternately with applesauce. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 12g fat, Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 274mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate, Fiber 4g protein.

SPICED CHOCOLATE APPLESAUCE CAKE



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This is a lovely cake, not too sweet but moist and chocolatey. The combination of cinnamon and chocolate is particularly popular in Mexican cooking, but it makes a very interesting cake as well.

Provided by Jenny Sanders

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups flour, unbleached, sifted
1/2 cup cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups applesauce
1 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F Line 2 nine-inch round cake pans with parchment paper, and grease the sides of the pans.
  • Sift together flour, cocoa, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; set aside.
  • Beat together the oil and sugar in a mixing bowl.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Blend in the vanilla and the applesauce.
  • Add the dry ingredients alternately with the buttermilk to creamed mixture, beating well after each addition.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the two pans.
  • Bake in the preheated 350°F oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until cake tests done.
  • Cool 10 minutes in pan on rack.
  • Remove from the pans; cool on rack. Ice with frosting as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.9, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 36.1, Sodium 446.9, Carbohydrate 46.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 17.9, Protein 5.2

CHOCOLATE APPLESAUCE CAKE II



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You can get a moist chocolate cake with applesauce, sweetened condensed milk, and buttermilk baking mix using this recipe.

Provided by JJOHN32

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) jar applesauce
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
½ cup butter, melted
3 eggs
1 (1 ounce) square unsweetened chocolate, melted
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 ½ cups buttermilk baking mix
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ cup chopped walnuts
1 (16 ounce) package prepared chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 10x15 inch baking pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the applesauce, sweetened condensed milk, butter or margarine, eggs, melted chocolate, and vanilla extract. Add the baking mix and cinnamon, and mix well. Stir in nuts. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted near the center comes out clean. Frost when cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 21.8 g

CHOCOLATE CHIP APPLESAUCE CAKE - SUPER MOIST!



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Super moist, easy and doesn't need icing. I've had many people request this recipe and have had it described as "the best chocolate cake I've ever eaten." To make this healthier, I change the applesauce amount to 2 1/4 c. and use only 1/4 c. of oil.

Provided by SReiff

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 1 cake, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup oil
2 eggs
2 cups applesauce
2 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons cocoa
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Beat sugar, oil, eggs, and applesauce.
  • Add flour, soda, salt, cinnamon, and cocoa. Beat well.
  • Pour into 9x13 inch pan.
  • Bake at 375 degree F oven for 15 minutes.
  • Remove cake and sprinkle chocolate chips over the top.
  • Return to oven and bake 15-25 minutes longer.
  • Does not need icing.
  • ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.8, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 21.1, Sodium 167.9, Carbohydrate 35.3, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 19.6, Protein 2.4

CHOCOLATE APPLESAUCE BUNDT CAKE



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The original recipe makes 6 individual sized chocolate cakes which is fine for a dinner party, but for everyday snacking, I prefer to make this in a Bundt pan. It is a very moist, delicious cake that keeps well for several days.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/3 cups applesauce
1/2 cup buttermilk
8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup whipping cream
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
18 hazelnuts, toasted and peeled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Grease and sugar a 10-cup Bundt pan.
  • Beat the butter, oil and sugar with an electric mixer until smooth.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Beat in the vanilla.
  • In a separate bowl, sift the flour, cocoa, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.
  • Whisk the buttermilk and applesauce together.
  • Add the flour to the butter mixture, alternating with the applesauce mixture, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir in the chocolate chips.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60 to 70 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Cool the cake in the pan for 15 minutes, then turn out onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • For the glaze, heat the cream to just below a simmer and pour over the chopped chocolate.
  • Let sit for one minute then stir to smooth out.
  • Stir in the butter to melt in and thicken the glaze.
  • Pour over the top of the cake and let drip down the sides.
  • Garnish with the hazelnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.7, Fat 33.6, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 86.5, Sodium 339.6, Carbohydrate 67.7, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 40.2, Protein 5.8

Tips:

  • Use a ripe banana: A ripe banana will add sweetness and moisture to your cake. If you don't have a ripe banana, you can microwave it for a few seconds to soften it up.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a toothpick to test the cake for doneness: Insert a toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

Chocolate cake mix using applesauce is a delicious and easy-to-make treat. It's perfect for any occasion, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're in the mood for something sweet, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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