Moist Sour Cream Applesauce and Almond Snack Cake

Name: Moist Sour Cream Applesauce and Almond Snack Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup sour cream; 1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce, divided; 1 cup sugar; 1 whole egg; 2 egg yolks; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon almond extract, divided; 3 cups flour; 3 teaspoons baking powder; 2 teaspoons baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 egg whites; ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar; 4 tablespoons almonds, chopped; 1 ½ tablespoons powdered sugar

Servings: persons

¾ cup sour cream
1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce, divided
1 cup sugar
1 whole egg
2 egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract, divided
3 cups flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 egg whites
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
4 tablespoons almonds, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons powdered sugar

1
Preheat the oven to 350F.
2
Remove 3 eggs from fridge.
3
Separate two whites into a medium sized bowl; set aside (you want the whites to come to room temp before whipping them).
4
Place the 2 yolks and remaining whole egg in a large bowl.
5
In the large bowl with the yolks, combine 3/4 cup sour cream, 1 cup applesauce, 1 cup sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/2 tsp almond extract.
6
Whisk to incorporate the sugar fully.
7
Sprinkle 3 tsp baking powder, 2 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt into the wet ingredients; whisk to combine.
8
Then, spoon-measure a cup at a time (scraping the cup level) and sprinkle 1 cup onto the wet; whisk to combine.
9
Repeat with a second cup of flour; whisk.
10
Next, add remaining 1/2 cup applesauce; whisk.
11
Finally, whisk in third cup of flour.
12
Sprinkle 1/4 tsp cream of tartar over room temperature egg whites.
13
Beat until foamy, then add 1/2 tsp almond extract.
14
Beat on high until stiff peaks are formed.
15
Carefully fold the egg whites into the batter.
16
Ensure that the egg whites are fully incorporated, without deflating too much.
17
Prepare your 10-cup Bundt pan with cooking spray.
18
Dust with 1 1/2 tbsp powdered sugar.
19
Sprinkle the bottom of the pan with 2 tbsp chopped almonds.
20
Pour half of the batter into the pan, then sprinkle with remaining 2 tbsp chopped almonds.
21
Pour remaining batter into the pan.
22
Bake at 350F for 40-50 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean.
23
**To avoid over-browning, cover the cake with a lightly greased sheet of tin foil after 20 minutes.

958

kcal

Calories

Fat

146

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

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup sour cream, 1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce, divided, 1 cup sugar, 1 whole egg, and more.

Yes, Moist Sour Cream Applesauce and Almond Snack Cake 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!