Can I use butter instead of shortening?

Yes, butter can usually replace shortening in a 1:1 amount, but the cake may be a little richer and slightly less tender. If you want the traditional texture, shortening is the better match for the original recipe.

What kind of applesauce should I use?

Unsweetened applesauce is specified, which helps control the sweetness of the cake. If you only have sweetened applesauce, reduce the sugar slightly to taste.

Can I make this cake ahead of time?

Yes. This type of spice cake often tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld. Store it tightly covered at room temperature for a day or two, or refrigerate for longer storage.

How do I know when the cake is done?

Start checking near the end of the baking time. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs, and the cake should spring back lightly when touched.

Can I substitute the dates, raisins, or nuts?

Yes. You can swap in other chopped dried fruit, such as currants or chopped prunes, and use walnuts or pecans for the nuts. Keep the total amount of mix-ins about the same so the batter still bakes properly.

What pan size is best for this recipe?

The recipe calls for a greased 10-inch tube pan. A Bundt pan of similar capacity can usually work, but baking time may vary slightly, so begin checking for doneness a little early.

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Victorian Applesauce Cake

Name: Victorian Applesauce Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 50 min
Yield: 1 10-inch tube cake
Cuisine: Jewish
Ingredients: 2 cups Flour; 1 1/2 cup Sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda; 2 tablespoons The Spice House Cocoa; 1 teaspoon The Spice House Cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon The Spice House Ground Allspice; 1/2 teaspoon The Spice House Ground Cloves; 1/2 teaspoon The Spice House Ground Nutmeg; 1 1/2 cups Applesauce (unsweetened); 1 1/2 cups Shortening; 3/4 cups Chopped Dates; 3/4 cups Chopped Raisins; 3/4 cups Chopped Nuts; 2 Eggs

This recipe was taken from The Spice and Spirit for Kosher-Jewish Cooking, Labavitch Woman's Organization.

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Flour 2 cups
Sugar 1 1/2 cup
Baking Soda 1 1/2 teaspoons
Cocoa 2 tablespoons
Cinnamon 1 teaspoon
Ground Allspice 1/2 teaspoon
Ground Cloves 1/2 teaspoon
Ground Nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon
Applesauce (unsweetened) 1 1/2 cups
Shortening 1 1/2 cups
Chopped Dates 3/4 cups
Chopped Raisins 3/4 cups
Chopped Nuts 3/4 cups
Eggs 2

Preparation Instructions:

Sift dry ingredients into mixing bowl. Drop in shortening. Add applesauce and mix with elctric mixer. Add eggs and mix again. Stir in fruit and 1/2 cup nuts. Batter will be stiff. Pour into 10 inch greased tube pan. Sprinkle remaining nuts on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 1/2 hours.

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