APPLESAUCE CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE AND HONEY FROSTING
This super-simple cake, which requires one bowl and one cake pan, comes from Julia Turshen's cookbook "Now & Again," and it's so easy to make you find yourself doing so often, especially throughout the fall when apples are on your mind. (It'd be especially great for Rosh Hashana, the Jewish new year, or for novice or time-pressed Thanksgiving bakers.) The cake's texture and appeal are similar to those of banana bread; if you like, you can stir a large handful or two of raisins, nuts or both into the batter just before you scrape it into the pan. And although you can use homemade applesauce for this, know that store-bought is just fine.
Provided by Julia Turshen
Categories easy, snack, cakes, dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make the cake: Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray the bottom and sides of a 9-inch round cake pan with baking spray and line the bottom with a circle of parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, ginger, salt and baking soda. Add the eggs, sugar, buttermilk, applesauce and oil and whisk gently just until everything is combined. Use a rubber spatula to scrape the batter into the prepared pan and then smooth the surface so it is even.
- Bake the cake until it is just barely firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 55 minutes. Set the cake aside on a wire rack to cool to room temperature.
- Use a dinner knife to loosen the edges of the cake from the pan sides and then invert it onto a work surface. Peel off and discard the parchment. Invert the cake one more time onto a serving platter.
- Make the frosting: In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, honey and salt and whisk together aggressively until the cream cheese is slightly aerated (you can also do this with a handheld electric mixer or in a stand mixer).
- Spread the frosting over the top of the cake and don't worry too much about making this perfect. A not-too-perfect cake is so much better than a perfect cake. Cut into wedges and serve. Leftovers can be wrapped in plastic wrap and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 326, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 335 milligrams, Sugar 22 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Ibrahim Maher
[email protected]I can't wait to make this cake again!
Hafeez Sheikh
[email protected]This cake is perfect for any occasion.
Wasikhan wrestling Talk
[email protected]This cake is a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves it!
Arif YNWA
[email protected]This cake is easy to make and always turns out perfect.
Ben idk
[email protected]This cake is a great way to use up leftover applesauce.
Portia Agboraw
[email protected]The honey frosting is a great way to add a touch of sweetness to this cake.
MD Faruk hosan
[email protected]I love that this cake is made with applesauce. It makes it a healthier option than traditional cakes.
Amar Mahato
[email protected]This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's a great dessert for a party or a potluck.
Tujan Sah
[email protected]I'm definitely going to be making this cake again. It's a new favorite!
Aatmaram Bhattarai
[email protected]This cake is a winner! It's easy to make, delicious, and a crowd-pleaser.
Ilman Khan
[email protected]The frosting is the perfect finishing touch to this cake. It's smooth, creamy, and perfectly sweet.
Fathima Shana
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. I can't believe it's made with applesauce!
Mukesh parmar Parmar
[email protected]I love the combination of applesauce and cream cheese in this cake. It's a classic flavor combination that always works well.
Precious Parkz
[email protected]This cake is a great way to use up leftover applesauce. It's also a great make-ahead dessert. I often make it the day before a party or gathering.
Byron Malaka
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of applesauce cake, but this recipe changed my mind. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the frosting is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Gacha Smile
[email protected]The honey frosting is the star of this cake. It's so smooth and creamy, and it pairs perfectly with the applesauce cake.
Juel khan
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use applesauce instead of butter or oil, which makes it a healthier option.
Shabbir Ahmad
[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the frosting is smooth and creamy. I will definitely be making this cake again.
Zakaria Morgan
[email protected]This applesauce cake is incredibly moist and flavorful. The cream cheese and honey frosting is the perfect complement, adding a touch of sweetness and tang. I highly recommend this recipe!