Turmeric Free Classic Applesauce Cake

Total time1 hr 30 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time40 min

4.5

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Ingredients

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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