Ingredients
– 2 cups applesauce (unsweetened is best)
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1/2 cup vegetable oil
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 teaspoons baking soda
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk (as needed for consistency)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk
– Rubber spatula
– 9×13 inch baking pan
– Electric mixer (for frosting)
– Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While that’s heating up, I like to grab a large mixing bowl and combine the applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs. Use a whisk to mix it well until it’s nice and smooth. The aroma of the sugars melting into the applesauce is absolutely irresistible! After that, drizzle in the vegetable oil and stir until fully incorporated. (See the next page below to continue steps…)