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APPLESAUCE CAKE

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This moist and flavorful applesauce cake, with the warm spices of cinnamon and allspice, is topped with a luscious browned butter frosting and crunchy pecans. Perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups applesauce
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 3/4 cup golden raisins or raisins
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

For the Frosting:

  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Cake:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine all cake ingredients (except raisins and pecans). Beat at low speed until moistened, scraping the bowl often.
  3. Once the mixture is moistened, increase to high speed and beat until smooth, scraping the bowl often.
  4. Stir in the raisins and 1/2 cup chopped pecans.
  5. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
  6. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.

Prepare the Frosting:

  1. In a saucepan, melt 1/3 cup butter over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, for 4-6 minutes, or until the butter just starts to turn golden brown. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  2. In a bowl, combine the browned butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Beat at medium speed, gradually adding 2-3 tablespoons of milk until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
  3. Frost the cooled cake with the frosting and sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped pecans if desired.

Notes

  • For a lighter frosting, adjust the milk in the frosting until you reach your desired consistency.
  • This cake is perfect when served with a cup of coffee or tea.

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