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Cajun Garlic Butter Bites

Cajun Garlic Butter Bites

Moist, spicy Spanish Bar Cake recipe with raisins & applesauce. Easy nostalgic dessert perfect for potlucks, made simple with step-by-step instructions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 cup raisins (golden or brown)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Two mixing bowls (one large, one medium)
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Electric mixer or strong arm for frosting
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing it or lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and spices.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil and eggs until combined, then stir in the applesauce and vanilla.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Fold in the raisins (and nuts if using).
  5. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting with the buttercream.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 135mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 1IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure your baking soda and spices are fresh for the best flavor.
For added moisture, soak raisins in hot water or orange juice before adding them to the batter.
The cake is best made a day in advance as the flavors meld beautifully overnight.
It freezes well too! Freeze unfrosted bars and thaw before serving.
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