Apple and Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Apple and Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a delicious dessert that combines the warm flavors of gingerbread with the sweetness of apples and the tanginess of cream cheese frosting. This dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a holiday gathering or a simple family dinner.
To make this Apple and Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting, you will need the following ingredients:

For the cake:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup grated apple

For the cream cheese frosting:

- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch cake pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the molasses and eggs, one at a time, until well combined. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the applesauce, until the batter is smooth. Fold in the grated apple.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
To make the cream cheese frosting, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top and sides of the cake. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
This Apple and Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a perfect combination of warm spices and sweet apples, with a tangy cream cheese frosting that balances out the flavors. The cake is moist and tender, with a rich molasses flavor that pairs perfectly with the grated apple. The cream cheese frosting is smooth and creamy, with a subtle vanilla flavor that complements the spices in the cake. This dish is a perfect dessert for any occasion, and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Type of dish: Dessert
Main ingredients: Apples, Gingerbread, Cream Cheese