STRAWBERRY APPLESAUCE CAKE

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This cake is very moist and made with applesauce rather than oil. I made it one day and it was gone the next..ENJOY! I must admit I didn't make the frosting I just put Cool Whip on mine along with some of the strawberries in the syrup.

Provided by Janet W

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 1 cake, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18 ounce) box white cake mix
1 (10 ounce) package frozen sliced strawberries in syrup, thawed and pureed
1/2 cup sweetened applesauce
2 large eggs
4 ounces neufchatel cheese, at room temperature (reduced fat cream cheese)
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 drop red food coloring (optional)

Steps:

  • Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Lightly mist a 12-cup Bundt plan with vegetable oil spray, then dust with flour.
  • Shake out the excess flour.
  • Set the pan aside.
  • Place the cake mix, strawberry puree, applesauce and the eggs in a large mixing bowl.
  • Blend with an electric mixer on low speed for 1 minute.
  • Stop the machine and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula.
  • Increase the mixer speed to medium and beat 2 minutes more, scraping the sides down again if needed.
  • The batter should look well combined and thickened.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing it out with the rubber spatula.
  • Place pan in oven.
  • Bake the cake until it is light brown and springs back when lightly pressed with your finger, 30-35 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from oven place it on a wire rack to cool for 20 minutes.
  • Run a long, sharp knife around the edge of the cake and invert it onto a serving platter to cool completely, 20 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the frosting.
  • Place the neufchatel cheese and the strawberry preserves in a medium size mixing bowl.
  • Blend with an electric mixer on low speed until just combined, 30 seconds.
  • Stop the machine, scape down the sides of the bowl with the rubber spatula, and add the confectioner's sugar and red food coloring, if desired.
  • Increase the mixer speed to medium and beat until fluffy, 1 minute more.
  • Spread the frosting over top and sides of the cooled cake with clean, smooth strokes, Slice and serve!
  • ****Store this cake, covered in wax paper, in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

mdjalajul islam
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly. I think I might have overmixed the batter.


mahlet birhanu
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.


SAMEER MAJEED
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I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I'm really happy with the results.


Rhm Rakibhasan
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This cake is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again.


Lizzi Smith
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I've never been a fan of applesauce cake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


Talab Hussain
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This cake is so moist and flavorful, it's hard to believe it's also healthy.


Sippy The son
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I added a cup of chopped walnuts to the batter for extra flavor and texture.


Hanzala malik
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I made this cake gluten-free by using gluten-free flour and it turned out great.


Ngwako Mpholwane
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I was a bit skeptical about the strawberry-applesauce combination, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors work really well together.


Emerald Dawn (emeraldawn)
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and even just for a weekend treat.


Sano jit bahadur Tamang
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I love how easy this cake is to make. It's a great recipe for beginner bakers.


Joanna Reyes
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. The strawberry-applesauce combination is a perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Sonia Enaberue
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I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make and the results are always impressive.


AAqib Balouch
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This cake was a huge hit at my last dinner party. Everyone raved about the moist texture and the delicious strawberry-applesauce flavor.