Grandma’s Applesauce Cake with Raisins and Pecans
This nostalgic Grandma’s Applesauce Cake is the ultimate comfort food. Moist and dense, it relies on unsweetened applesauce for richness and natural sweetness, eliminating the need for extra fats. Warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice infuse every bite with cozy aroma. Plump raisins add bursts of juice, while toasted pecans provide a satisfying crunch. It’s perfect for autumn afternoons, holiday gatherings, or simply enjoying with a hot cup of coffee. This cake stores well, often tasting better the next day as the flavors meld together.
Description
This nostalgic Grandma’s Applesauce Cake is the ultimate comfort food. Moist and dense, it relies on unsweetened applesauce for richness and natural sweetness, eliminating the need for extra fats. Warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice infuse every bite with cozy aroma. Plump raisins add bursts of juice, while toasted pecans provide a satisfying crunch. It’s perfect for autumn afternoons, holiday gatherings, or simply enjoying with a hot cup of coffee. This cake stores well, often tasting better the next day as the flavors meld together.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1 1/2 cups applesauce
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup pecans
Directions
- 1 Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 13x9x2-inch baking pan.
- 2
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.- 3
Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.- 4
In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.- 5
Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with the applesauce, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.- 6
Fold in the raisins and pecans gently.- 7
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.- 8
Bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.- 9
Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing.NoteYou can substitute an additional 1/3 cup of raisins for the pecans if you prefer a nut-free version or want extra fruitiness.
For best flavor, let the cake cool completely before slicing. It can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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