Applesauce Cake

11 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cloves
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 1/4 c. cake flour, sifted
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 1 c. brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 c. tart applesauce
  • 1 c. seedless raisins

Directions

  1. 1
    Mix first 6 ingredients and sift 3 times.
  2. 2
    With large spoon, cream shortening and mix sugar evenly.
  3. 3
    Add eggs and beat until airy; stir in applesauce lightly.
  4. 4
    Add flour mixture in three stages, beating thoroughly each time.
  5. 5
    Add raisins, being careful not to let them bunch at bottom.
  6. 6
    Empty into greased square pan (about 8-inch square) and bake at 350° for 30 minutes.
  7. 7
    Cake attains best flavor if not eaten for a day or so.
  8. 8
    Wax paper or tight bread box will keep it moist.

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