The fourth of June is Applesauce Cake Day. Apples are
typically harvested in the fall. Cinnamon and cloves also tend to be associated
with autumn. So why does Applesauce Cake Day happen in late spring? I’m not
sure. Maybe it’s because applesauce – canned or frozen – can keep for several
months. So, this moist, dense cake can be enjoyed anytime.
Applesauce Cake
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter
1 cup applesauce
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup raisins
Preheat oven to 350F. Grease and flour 8” pan. Cream
together butter and sugar. Add applesauce and beat well. In a small bowl, blend
together flour, soda and spices. Add to applesauce mixture and stir until just
combined. Fold in nuts and raisins. Spoon batter into prepared pan and bake
about 40 minutes. This cake is delicious warm or cold.
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