Applesauce Cake
Applesauce Cake is a moist dessert that features a lovely apple flavor complemented by creamy cinnamon frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 2 cups applesauce
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the cinnamon cream cheese frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation and Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Making the Frosting
- While the cake bakes, make the cinnamon cream cheese frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and cinnamon.
Assembly
- Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top.
- Slice and serve! Enjoy this cake as dessert or a cozy afternoon snack!
Notes
Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature before mixing for a better texture. Don’t overmix the batter; mix just until combined to keep the cake soft and fluffy. Allow the cake to cool completely before adding the frosting so it stays nice and creamy.