Sourdough applesauce cake is a traditional recipe that combines the smoothness and natural sweetness of apples with the special texture and flavor provided by the sourdough starter. This dessert has its roots in European home cooking, where the natural fermentation of dough has been a millennia-old technique to improve the digestibility and flavor of many baked preparations.
In different Latin American countries, this type of cake can be found with variations and similar names. For example, in Mexico and Colombia, cakes with an applesauce base are usually made with regular dough, but the use of a sourdough starter is less frequent and adds a distinctive touch. In Argentina and Chile, it is common to find tortas or cakes where the apple is the star ingredient, although with different fermentation techniques and doughs. This recipe unites the European tradition of sourdough with the fresh, natural flavor of applesauce, creating a perfect cake to share with family or on special occasions.
How to Make Sourdough Applesauce Cake
Ingredients: active starter, evaporated skim milk, unbleached flour, applesauce, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, clove, baking soda, white sugar, brown sugar, butter, egg.
Steps:
Mix the starter, milk, flour, and applesauce, and let it rest in a covered container in a warm place.
Cream together the sugars and butter.
Add the beaten egg and mix well.
Add spices.
You can also add half a cup of raisins or chopped nuts, or a mixture of both.
Mix by hand until well combined and no lumps remain.
Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for half an hour to three-quarters of an hour.
Test for doneness with a knife after half an hour has passed.
Let it cool completely before slicing and serving.
