Derrick Kegley'S Applesauce Cake
A moist, flavorful applesauce cake loaded with dried fruits and nuts, perfect for cozy gatherings and pairs wonderfully with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease the bottom and sides of a 10-inch tube pan.
- Heat applesauce and soda; set aside to cool.
- Toss chopped dates and raisins with 2 tablespoons of the flour.
- In a large bowl, combine sifted flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice using a mixer at medium speed.
- Slowly add cooled applesauce mixture and margarine to the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
- Fold in the floured dates, raisins, chopped nuts, and coconut.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Cool before removing from the pan.
Tips & Substitutions
To enhance the flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of salt to the batter. If you don't have margarine, unsalted butter works well as a substitute. For a healthier option, you can replace half of the sugar with applesauce. Tossing the raisins and dates in flour helps prevent them from sinking in the batter during baking.
Serving Suggestions
This applesauce cake is delightful on its own, but you can elevate it by serving it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It pairs beautifully with Seven-Up Sherbet Punch for a refreshing contrast. Consider serving it alongside a light salad like Fancy Farm 24 Hour Picnic Slaw for a balanced meal.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover applesauce cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, refrigerate it, where it can last for about a week. To reheat, slice the cake and warm it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, or enjoy it cold straight from the fridge.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Derrick Kegley'S Applesauce Cake contains roughly 1010 calories, with 10g protein, 81g carbohydrates, and 78g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (66% of the Daily Value), iron (27% of the Daily Value), and calcium (21% of the Daily Value), and a good source of potassium and vitamin C. It also contributes 19g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use homemade applesauce for this recipe?
Absolutely! Homemade applesauce can add a fresher flavor to the cake. Just ensure it's unsweetened or adjust the sugar accordingly in the recipe to maintain the desired sweetness.
Is it possible to make this cake gluten-free?
Yes, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Make sure the blend contains xanthan gum for proper texture. The baking time may vary slightly, so keep an eye on it as it bakes.
How can I make this recipe vegan?
To make this applesauce cake vegan, replace margarine with a plant-based butter alternative and use a flaxseed meal or chia seed mixture as an egg substitute. Mix 1 tablespoon of flaxseed meal or chia seeds with 2.5 tablespoons of water per egg and let it sit until it thickens.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).