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Old fashioned applesauce coffee cake with a moist, golden-brown crumb and lightly sugared top, served as a thick square slice on a rustic ceramic plate with a fork.

Old Fashioned Applesauce Coffee Cake

Nesting Lane
Old Fashioned Applesauce Coffee Cake is a light cinnamon dessert made with applesauce and sour cream. A cozy choice for dessert, brunch, or an afternoon treat.
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Prep Time 18 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16

Equipment

Cake Pan
Large Bowl
Small Bowl
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cup

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Coat a 9-inch square cake pan with cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the flour, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to mix.
  • In a small mixing bowl, add the sour cream, vegetable oil, and applesauce. Stir to combine.
  • Add the applesauce mixture to the flour mixture. Stir until the ingredients are combined. Do not beat the batter.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared cake pan.
  • Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool the cake until warm or room temperature.

Notes

5 WW Smart Points

Tips and Tricks

Don’t Overmix the Batter - Stop stirring once the wet and dry ingredients are combined. Mixing too much can make the cake dense.
Check Near the End of Baking - Start checking the center around the 40-minute mark since oven temperatures can vary.
Let the Cake Cool Before Cutting - Give the cake time to set before slicing. Cutting it while it is very hot can make it crumble.
Use Unsweetened Applesauce - Sweetened or flavored applesauce can change the sweetness and flavor of the cake.

Storing

Store at Room Temperature - Place the cooled coffee cake in an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Store in the Refrigerator - Keep the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Let individual pieces sit at room temperature briefly before serving if you prefer a softer texture.
Freeze - Wrap individual slices well and place them in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 173mgPotassium: 52mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 32IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
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