Applesauce Cake with Cinnamon Icing is a delightful dessert that combines the comforting flavors of applesauce, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a moist and tender cake, crowned with a luscious cinnamon-infused icing. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
- 3 1/2 cups of flour
- 2 teaspoons of baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons of cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup of mayonnaise
- 1 cup of unsweetened applesauce
- 1 1/2 cups of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of chopped walnuts
For the Cinnamon Icing:
- 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup of melted butter
- 1 pound of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease two 8-inch layer cake pans to prepare them for the batter.
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. This ensures that the dry ingredients are well combined and free of lumps.
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Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs, mayonnaise, applesauce, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. This mixture forms the base of your cake batter.
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Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth batter forms. Be sure not to overmix, as this can result in a tough cake.
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Incorporate Nuts: Gently fold in the chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter. Walnuts add a delightful crunch and nuttiness to the cake.
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Divide Batter: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans, spreading it out into an even layer.
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Bake: Place the cake pans in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool: Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Prepare Cinnamon Icing: While the cakes are cooling, prepare the cinnamon icing. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and melted butter until fluffy.
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Add Sugar and Cinnamon: Gradually add the powdered sugar and cinnamon to the cream cheese mixture, stirring until smooth and spreadable. Adjust the amount of powdered sugar to achieve your desired consistency.
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Frost Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a generous layer of cinnamon icing on top. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining icing.
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Serve: Slice the cake and serve it to your eager guests, savoring the delightful combination of flavors in every bite.
This Applesauce Cake with Cinnamon Icing is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for celebrations or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee. With its moist crumb and aromatic spices, it’s sure to become a beloved recipe in your repertoire.
