Mom Florence's Mincemeat Applesauce Cake

Indulge in the warm, nostalgic flavors of Mom Florence’s Mincemeat Applesauce Cake—a timeless dessert that combines the rich, spiced essence of mincemeat with the natural sweetness of unsweetened applesauce. This moist and tender cake is elevated with bursts of juicy raisins, crunchy walnuts, and aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, making it a perfect treat for fall gatherings or holiday celebrations. Prepared in just 15 minutes and baked to golden perfection, this easy-to-make cake is topped with an optional dusting of confectioners' sugar for a simple yet elegant finish. Whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee or as a festive centerpiece, this vintage-inspired recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Keywords: mincemeat cake, applesauce cake, spiced cake, holiday dessert, easy cake recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup mincemeat
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup raisins
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, using a hand or stand mixer, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.

Step 5

Stir in the mincemeat and applesauce until evenly combined.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the raisins and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Once cooled, dust the top with confectioners' sugar, if desired, before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1245.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3665.0

Total Fat 100.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 496mg	0%
Sodium 2643.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 676.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.8g	0%
Total Sugars 449.4g
Protein 51.2g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 275.3mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 1802.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.6%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 71.0%