Apple Sauce Wheat Germ Cake
Submitted by hockeymom2002
Wholesome snack cake packed with wheat germ, applesauce, raisins, and orange zest. Low-fat and diabetic-friendly with minimal oil. Cuts into 16 bars for lunchboxes or afternoon treats.
YIELD
16 barsPREP
25 minCOOK
50 minREADY
75 minThis wheat germ applesauce cake is what you bake when you want something sweet that’s actually good for you.
Wheat germ (or substitute bran or whole wheat flour) adds nutty flavor and fiber, while applesauce keeps everything moist with barely any oil.
Orange juice and zest brighten it up, and raisins add natural sweetness for a cake that’s diabetic-friendly and low-fat.
Pro Tips
- Substitute bran or whole wheat flour if you don’t have wheat germ on hand
- Stir the wet and dry ingredients just until moistened; overmixing makes the cake tough
- Cut into 2×2-inch bars for perfect portion control and easy packing in lunchboxes
Ingredients
Directions
If wheat germ is not available, use bran or whole wheat flour.
Sift dry ingredients together in a large mixing bowl. Stir in apple sauce, raisins and orange rind. Combine orange juice, egg and vegetable oil, add to batter, stirring just until moistened. Spoon into lightly oiled 8 inch square cake pan. Bake 50 minutes at 350℉ (180℃) or until cake tests done.
cut into 16 bars 2 x 2”
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