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Cozy Applesauce Cake Recipe with Perfect Cream Cheese Frosting

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A soft, moist applesauce cake filled with warm spices and topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for cozy fall evenings or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 ½ cups powdered sugar, sifted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk together until smooth and well incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into your prepared pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. Smooth the top for an even rise.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
  8. While the cake cools, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  9. Add the vanilla extract and gradually mix in the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. If it seems too thick, add a teaspoon of milk at a time to thin it out.
  10. Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top using a spatula or offset knife. For a smooth finish, dip your spatula in warm water and use light, even strokes.
  11. Slice into squares, serve, and enjoy every comforting bite!

Notes

[‘Always bring your eggs and butter to room temperature before mixing for a smoother batter.’, ‘Mix the batter just until combined to avoid a dense texture.’, ‘Make sure both your cream cheese and butter are fully softened before making the frosting to avoid lumps.’, ‘Use a toothpick or cake tester to check for doneness.’, ‘Cool the cake completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.’]

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Keywords: applesauce cake, cream cheese frosting, fall dessert, easy cake recipe, spiced cake, moist cake

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