How to Make Irish Applesauce Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Irish Applesauce Cake is a delicious and moist dessert that has been a staple in many Irish kitchens for generations. This cake is a perfect blend of warm spices, tender apples, and a soft crumb, making it an ideal treat for any occasion, from a cozy family dinner to a festive holiday gathering. Whether you are an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and simple to follow, ensuring that you can easily recreate this classic Irish dessert in your own home....

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 lemon, zest grated
  • 1 ¾ cups applesauce
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9x9-inch cake

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan.
  • Mix flour, sugar, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Beat in egg yolks, butter, and lemon zest until dough is thoroughly mixed.
  • Mix applesauce, cinnamon, and cloves together in a small bowl.
  • Press half the dough into the prepared baking pan; spread applesauce mixture over dough in a layer. Top with remaining dough.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cake is browned, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    490 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 138mg
    • Sodium: 314mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 61g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 24g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 107mg