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Applesauce Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Icing is Irresistible!

A moist and flavorful cake made with applesauce and warm spices, topped with a rich brown sugar icing.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, spices, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, applesauce, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool completely before icing.
  8. For the icing, combine brown sugar, butter, and milk in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before spreading over the cake.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • This cake can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
  • Feel free to add nuts or raisins for extra texture.

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