A wholesome, cinnamon-scented whole wheat and bran applesauce cake with mixed dried fruit.

Fruity Applesauce Cake

1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup bran cereal
1 cup applesauce
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped dried mixed fruit

1. In a large bowl mix whole wheat flour, flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. In another bowl combine bran, applesauce, oil, eggs, vanilla, and finely chopped dried mixed fruit. Let stand for 2 minutes. Add the flour mixture. Stir till thoroughly combined. Pour the batter into a greased 8-inch pan.
2. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes or till a wooden pick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on rack.

Makes 12 servings.