OLD FASHIONED APPLESAUCE CAKE

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I like it how it doesn't "cheat" by using a packaged cake mix. This recipe is from "Simply Delicious"- A cookbook comprised of Herberger's Employee Family Recipes.

Provided by BeccaB3c

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 16-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2/3 cup shortening, softened
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar, packed
3 eggs
1 3/4 cups unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup water
3 cups sifted flour
1/3 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup dates (or half of each) or 1 cup raisins (or half of each)
1 cup walnuts
1 3/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon clove
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
1 3/4 teaspoons baking soda
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup milk
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2-2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Cream shortening, sugar, and eggs; add applesauce and mix well.
  • Stir dry ingredients into mixture, alternating with water.
  • Blend fruit and nuts into batter.
  • Pour into greased and floured 9"x13" pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 55 to 60 minutes.
  • Cool in pan and frost.
  • Make frosting: Combine brown sugar, 1/4 cup milk and 3 tablespoons butter in top of double boiler.
  • Cook rapidly for about 3 minutes, stirring.
  • Cool to luke warm and add 1 teaspoon vanilla.
  • Beat in confectioner's sugar to right consistency.

Malik Sab
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I'm not usually a fan of applesauce cake, but this one was really good. It was moist and flavorful, and the applesauce gave it a nice tartness.


Lameeze September
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the way the applesauce and spices complement each other.


william tyndall
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I'm always looking for new applesauce recipes and this one didn't disappoint. It's a great way to use up leftover applesauce.


Lisa Jump
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This cake is the perfect fall dessert. It's warm, comforting, and full of flavor.


Waseemraja raja
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I've never made applesauce cake before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. It was delicious!


Abdullah shiekh Abdullah shiekh
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I'm not a big fan of applesauce cake, but this one was pretty good.


Abdulla al Mamun
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The cake didn't rise very well, but it still tasted good.


Tony Burson
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I thought the cake was too sweet, but my kids loved it.


Ahmed muniir Abdiqawi
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The cake was a little dry for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Adriana Torres
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best applesauce cake he's ever had.


Denis Oduor
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This cake is a family favorite. It's always a hit at potlucks and parties.


Anita Herman
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The cake was easy to make and turned out really well. I loved the applesauce flavor.


martina
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a simple recipe but the results are amazing.


Daren Taylor
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The cake was moist and delicious. Definitely a keeper.


Logan Conley
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This cake was a hit! It was moist, flavorful, and had the perfect amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be making it again.


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