Best Applesauce Cake Ever

Many of my recipes come from friends or family. This one comes from my sister. I love it because it is so moist and comforting. The combination of spices add a sense of comfort to your body and soul. This recipe feels like coming home. You have the option of enjoying it as is, or adding a smooth cream cheese frosting.

A good tip to know is that apple sauce can be used in place of vegetable oil. (If 1 cup of oil is called for, use 1 cup of unsweetened apple sauce). It’s a healthier option and actually adds flavor. This evokes the question, what can you replace in your life that will be a healthier option? For instance, instead of 30 minutes on social media, spend it reading something inspiring. Or how about walking in nature instead of in a gym? The choices are endless. I’d love to hear what improvements you come up with!

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 2 cups sugar

• 1 ½ tsp baking soda

• ¼ tsp baking powder

• 1 ½ tsp salt

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• ½ tsp clove

• ½ tsp allspice

• ½ cup water

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• 1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce

• 2 eggs

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

• Grease a 9x13 baking dish. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Pour in the pan.

• Bake for approximately 60 minutes or until done. Do not overbake.

• After the cake cools, you can sprinkle it with powdered sugar, top with whipped cream or make the following frosting.

Frosting

• 1 - 8 oz softened cream cheese

• ½ cup (1 cube) softened butter

• 3 ½ cups powdered sugar

• ¼ tsp rum or vanilla extract

Spiritual message

You appreciate the sweet more when you have experienced the sour. Savor the sweet!