2 cup unbleached flour
1 cup sugar
1 tbsp corn starch
1 tbsp cocoa
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp cloves
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup nuts
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup oil
1 tsp vanilla
3 cup hot applesauce
Directions
Sift together all the dry ingredients, add nuts and raisins. Stir in
the oil, vanilla and hot applesauce. Pour into a 9 x 13-inch pan.
Bake at 350 degrees F. for 30 to 40 minutes or until done.
Servings: 6 servings
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Categories: Applesauce; Cake; Dessert; Fruit; Sauce
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We hope you enjoy this No Tenemos Rancho Applesauce Cake recipe.
