Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 c. sifted flour
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. allspice
  • 1 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp. cloves
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 c. unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 c. sugar

Method

  • Sift flour, soda, salt and spices together 3 times.
  • Cream shortening with sugar until fluffy.
  • Add eggs and beat thoroughly. Add dry ingredients and applesauce alternately in small amounts, beating well after each addition.
  • Pour into greased pan and bake at 350° for 45 to 60 minutes.
  • Makes 1 (8 x 8-inch) cake.