Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Applesauce Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting, a moist and spiced dessert perfect for any gathering. Infused with the natural sweetness of unsweetened applesauce and aromatic spices, this cake is an ideal treat for fall festivities or cozy evenings at home. Topped with a rich cinnamon cream cheese frosting, each slice offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will satisfy your sweet cravings. Whether served plain or with added garnishes like nuts or fresh fruit, this cake is sure to impress friends and family alike!
Ingredients
- Unsweetened applesauce
- All-purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- Baking soda
- Baking powder
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
- Eggs
- Vegetable oil
- Vanilla extract
- Cream cheese
- Powdered sugar
- Butter
- Ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine applesauce, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cinnamon; mix until fluffy.
- Spread frosting over cooled cake and garnish with extra cinnamon or chopped walnuts if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg