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This moist and cozy Applesauce Spice Cake is filled with warm cinnamon spices and natural sweetness. Easy to bake, soft in texture, and perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 Slice
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Cake:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the Frosting Optional:
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Whisk dry ingredients in a bowl.
  3. Mix wet ingredients in another bowl.
  4. Combine wet and dry until just mixed.
  5. Pour into pan and bake 28–35 minutes.
  6. Cool, frost, slice, and serve.

Notes

  • Add raisins or nuts for extra texture.
  • Use sweetened applesauce and reduce sugar slightly.
  • Store covered to maintain softness.