Preserves in Action: Applesauce Cake – Food in Jars

Ingredients

• Cake:
• 3/4 cup butter
• 3/4 cup real maple syrup
• 4 beaten eggs
• 2 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 2 cups oat flour*
• 2 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon allspice
• 3/4 c raisins (optional)
• 1 c chopped nuts (optional)
• Frosting:
• 4 ounces butter
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract