Nitrate & Nitrite Free Classic Applesauce Cake
Total time1 hr 30 min
Prep time20 min
Cook time40 min
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12 servings
For the cake
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground allspice
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup raisins (optional)
For the frosting
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
For serving
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined. Set aside.
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