Applesauce Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this delicious Applesauce Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting. The moist cake, infused with cinnamon and nutmeg, is perfectly complemented by the creamy, spiced frosting. It’s a delightful treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cake:
- 2 cups Unsweetened Applesauce
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Brown Sugar
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp Ground Nutmeg
- 2 Eggs
- 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Frosting:
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- 1/2 cup Butter
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 2 cups Powdered Sugar
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon (for frosting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. In a large bowl, mix applesauce, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a separate bowl. Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Bake the Cake: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
- Make the Frosting: Beat cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and cinnamon, beating until fluffy.
- Frost the Cake: Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Garnish with extra cinnamon or chopped walnuts if desired.
- Serve: Slice into squares and serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Applesauce Cake, Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting, Dessert Recipe
