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Moist square slices of spiced applesauce cake with walnut flecks and a light powdered finish on a simple plate.; title text reads Healthy Applesauce Cake Recipe
Good Fork Daily Editorial Kitchen

Healthy Applesauce Cake Recipe

A moist healthy applesauce cake with whole-wheat flour, warm spice and a tender snack-cake crumb.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Cooling 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 32 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups white whole-wheat flour 240 grams
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional

Equipment

  • 9-inch square pan
  • Parchment
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 350°F and line a 9-inch square pan.
  2. Whisk flour, soda, spices and salt.
  3. Whisk applesauce, eggs, maple, oil and vanilla.
  4. Fold wet into dry and add walnuts.
  5. Spread evenly and bake 28 to 35 minutes until the center springs back.
  6. Cool 15 minutes in the pan, then fully on a rack before slicing.

Notes

  • Read relevant ingredient labels and the manual for any appliance used.
  • Begin checking at the early end of the time range.
  • USDA recommends prompt refrigeration of perishable leftovers and safe reheating.
  • This recipe was developed through culinary research and editorial review.