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Applesauce Loaf Cake

By Diana Rattray, About.com

At a Glance
Cook Time : 1hr 
Course : Cakes
Special : Easy
Type of Prep : Bake
Cuisine : U.S. Regional
Occasion : Fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Winter
 
This applesauce cake is a loaf cake with applesauce, spices, raisins, and nuts.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups applesauce
  • 2 cups sifted flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup chopped dates or raisins
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

PREPARATION:

In mixing bowl with electric mixer, cream shortening and sugar together; stir in applesauce. Sift together the dry ingredients; stir into applesauce mixture. Add dates or raisins and pecans or walnuts. Stir just to blend. Pour batter into greased and floured 9x5-inch loaf pan. Bake at 350° for about 1 hour, or until a wooden pick or cake tester inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely. Wrap and store overnight for best flavor.

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