Iowa Applesauce Cake

Directions

Cake: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, margarine or shortening for 30 seconds.

Add the sugars and egg; beat until combined.

Stir together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and spices.

Add flour mixture alternately with applesauce to butter mixture.

Stir in raisins and nuts.

Pour batter into a greased 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan, spreading evenly.

Bake in a 350℉ (180℃) F oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.

Cool in pan on wire rack.

Cream Cheese Frosting: Beat together cream cheese, butter or margarine and vanilla until light and fluffy.

Gradually beat in powdered sugar.

Bean in powdered sugar to make a spreadable frosting.

Note= For a decorated finish, set a doily lightly on the frosted cake and sprinkle lightly with a mixture of cinnamon and nutmeg.

Carefully remove the doily.