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Applesauce Cake

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This moist and flavorful Applesauce Cake, spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, is perfect for any occasion and topped with a creamy cinnamon cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup applesauce Homemade applesauce can enhance the flavor.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds depth and moisture.
  • 2 large eggs For binding.
  • 1/2 cup light vegetable oil Canola oil works as well.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened
  • 1/2 cup butter Softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, applesauce, and oil until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, sift together the flour, sugars, baking soda, baking powder, and spices.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Cool the cakes in their pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar and cinnamon, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Frost the cooled cakes, layering if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28g

Notes

Store leftovers at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Freeze slices wrapped in plastic wrap for up to 3 months.
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