Best 5 Spicy Ginger Applesauce Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with our delectable Spicy Ginger Applesauce Cake, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your senses. This moist and tender cake boasts a unique blend of warm ginger, tangy applesauce, and a hint of spice, perfectly balanced to create an unforgettable taste experience. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, this cake is a harmonious union of sweet, tangy, and spicy notes that will leave you craving more.

Accompanying this remarkable cake is a collection of equally enticing recipes that explore the diverse culinary possibilities of applesauce. From the classic Applesauce Muffins, bursting with apple chunks and cinnamon warmth, to the innovative Applesauce Pancakes, where fluffy pancakes meet tangy applesauce, each recipe showcases the versatility of this humble ingredient.

For those seeking a sweet and savory combination, the Applesauce Meatballs offer a delightful surprise, where the tangy sweetness of applesauce complements the savory richness of meatballs. And for a refreshing twist, the Applesauce Granita transforms applesauce into a frozen delight, perfect for a palate-cleansing treat.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this collection of recipes offers something for every skill level and taste preference. So, step into the kitchen, gather your ingredients, and embark on a flavorful adventure with our Spicy Ginger Applesauce Cake and its accompanying recipes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

NEVER FAIL APPLESAUCE SPICE CAKE



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You need just one bowl and one pan while preparing this quick and delicious spice cake with applesauce and pecans.

Provided by Glenda

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ¾ cups white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground allspice
½ cup butter
½ cup buttermilk
1 ½ cups applesauce
2 eggs
¾ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup butter
1 cup chopped pecans
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Sift flour, white sugar, soda, salt, baking powder, and spices into a large mixing bowl. Mix in 1/2 cup butter or margarine, buttermilk, and applesauce. Beat for 2 minutes with an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat in eggs. Fold in 3/4 cup chopped nuts. Pour batter into a greased and floured 9 x 13 inch pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 50 minutes.
  • Mix confectioners' sugar, cream cheese, and vanilla until smooth. Melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat, and add 1 cup chopped pecans. Keep stirring until browned. Stir cooled pecans into cream cheese mixture. Frost the cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.2 calories, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 258.3 mg, Sugar 48.5 g

APPLESAUCE CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE AND HONEY FROSTING



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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

2 cups/255 grams all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup/100 grams sugar
1/2 cup/120 milliliters buttermilk or plain yogurt
1 1/2 cups/400 grams unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup/80 milliliters canola or other neutral oil
6 ounces/170 grams cream cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons sour cream
1/4 cup/60 milliliters honey
Pinch of kosher salt

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

GINGER-APPLESAUCE CAKE



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Satisfy your sweet tooth with this Ginger-Applesauce Cake. A delicious cream cheese icing is the perfect finishing touch on this Ginger-Applesauce Cake.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 1h50m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter, softened, divided
1 pkg. (2-layer size) spice cake mix
3 eggs
1-1/3 cups applesauce
2/3 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger, divided
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. ground ginger
2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Beat 1/2 cup butter, cake mix, eggs and applesauce in large bowl with mixer until blended. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped ginger. Pour into 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 45 to 50 min. or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely.
  • Beat cream cheese and remaining butter in separate large bowl with mixer until blended. Add vanilla and ground ginger; mix well. Gradually beat in powdered sugar; spread onto cake. Garnish with remaining chopped ginger.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 330 mg, Carbohydrate 47 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 35 g, Protein 3 g

APPLESAUCE CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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I was looking through an old Fannie Farmer Cookbook, and came across this recipe.The original recipe made a 2-layer cake, but I cut it down to just make a smaller snack size type of cake.I put 25 minutes as the baking time,but you might want to check after 20.After mixing frosting ingredients, you might want to add a bit more powdered sugar to get the desired thickness. Sumitted to "ZAAR" on October 8th, 2008.

Provided by Chef shapeweaver

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 12 squares

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter flavor shortening
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup applesauce
1 egg
4 ounces softened cream cheese
1/8 cup margarine
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Grease and flour either an 8x 8 inch dish or a 2 quart rectangular baking dish.
  • In a large bowl mix together flour,salt,baking powder,cinnamon, and nutmeg, set aside.
  • Im a medium sized bowl,cream together margarine,or shortening and sugar beating well.
  • Add applesauce and egg mixing thoroughly.
  • Pour egg/applesauce mixture into dry ingredients, beat until just mixed.
  • Pour into prepared pan,and bake for 25 minute or until tooth pick is inserted and comes out clean.
  • Before frosting cake let cool to room temperature.
  • To Prepare Frosting,.
  • Combine all frosting into a medium sized bowl, and with electric mixer beat until smooth.
  • Spread over top of cake and enjoy :).

SPICY APPLESAUCE CAKE



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This picnic-perfect cake travels and slices very well. With chocolate chips, walnuts and raisins, it's a real crowd pleaser. -Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 20-24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups applesauce
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup shortening
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cloves
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
TOPPING:
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the applesauce, sugar, shortening and eggs. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cloves; gradually beat into applesauce mixture until blended. Stir in the raisins, chocolate chips and walnuts. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Combine topping ingredients and sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, tart apples: Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples are great choices for this recipe.
  • Peel and core the apples before cooking: This will help the applesauce to be smooth and free of any unwanted bits.
  • Cook the applesauce until it is thick and jam-like: This will help the cake to be moist and flavorful.
  • Let the applesauce cool completely before adding it to the cake batter: This will help to prevent the cake from becoming too dense.
  • Use a light hand when mixing the cake batter: Overmixing can result in a tough cake.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will help to ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

This spicy ginger applesauce cake with cream cheese frosting is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. The cake is moist and flavorful, thanks to the use of fresh applesauce and ginger. The cream cheese frosting is rich and tangy, and it perfectly complements the cake. This cake is perfect for any occasion, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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