Applesauce-Raisin Cake With Caramel Icing Recipe

Name: Applesauce-Raisin Cake With Caramel Icing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cake:; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1/3 cup vegetable shortening; 2 cups unsweetened applesauce; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 4 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/4 cup chopped pecans; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Cooking spray; Icing:; 1 cup packed dark brown sugar; 1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk; 2 tablespoons butter or stick margarine; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

Cake:
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup vegetable shortening
2 cups unsweetened applesauce
3 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cooking spray
Icing:
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk
2 tablespoons butter or stick margarine
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
To prepare cake, beat the first 3 ingredients with a mixer at low speed until well-blended (about 5 minutes). Add applesauce; beat well. Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups, and level with a knife. Combine flour and next 5 ingredients (flour through salt), stirring well with a whisk. Add flour mixture to applesauce mixture; beat just until moist. Stir in raisins, pecans, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
3
Spoon the batter into 2 (9-inch) round cake pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350u00b0 for 35 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes on a wire rack; remove from pans. Cool completely on rack.
4
To prepare icing, combine 1 cup brown sugar, milk, butter, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat, and simmer until slightly thick (about 5 minutes), stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Add the powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla; beat with a mixer at medium speed until smooth and slightly warm. Cool 5 minutes (icing will thicken as it cools).
5
Place 1 cake layer on a plate; working quickly, spread with 1/3 cup icing, and top with remaining layer. Spread remaining icing over top and sides of cake. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

1316

kcal

Calories

Fat

296

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cake:, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup packed brown sugar, 1/3 cup vegetable shortening, and more.

Yes, Applesauce-Raisin Cake With Caramel Icing falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Applesauce-Raisin Cake With Caramel Icing

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