French Applesauce Cake

French Applesauce Cake, also known as ‘Gateau de Compote’, is a traditional French dessert that dates back to the 19th century. It is often enjoyed during the autumn season when apples are in abundance.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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French Applesauce Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: French Courses: Anytime, Baked Goods, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
• Optional for dusting Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch (23cm) round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the applesauce. Fold in the chopped walnuts.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar, if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 38g13%

Sugars 22g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.