Spice Cake

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Capri1989

2 and ½ cups ( 313g) all-purpose flour ( spooned & leveled)

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

1 and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground ginger

½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

½ teaspoon ground cloves

1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil

1 and ¾ cup ( 350g) packed dark brown sugar

1 cup ( 180g) unsweetened applesauce

4 large eggs

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

1 cup shredded apple (or shredded carrot/zucchini)

optional: 1 Tablespoon (15ml) unsulphured or dark molasses (do not use blackstrap; I prefer Grandma’s brand)

subheading: Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 ounces ( 226g) full-fat brick cream cheese, softened to room temperature

½ cup ( 8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

3 cups ( 360g) confectioners’ sugar, plus an extra ¼ cup if needed

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

⅛ teaspoon salt

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