• Preheat the oven to 350º F. Spray a 9x13 inch pan with non-stick cooking spray. 
• In a small mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and allspice. 
  2 ¼ cup (270g) all purpose flour, 1 ½ tsp baking powder, 1 ½ tsp baking soda, 1 tsp salt, 2 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp nutmeg, ¼ tsp ground cloves, ¼ tsp allspice
• In a separate larger mixing bowl, combine the applesauce, brown sugar, vegetable oil and eggs, whisk together. Using a spatula, gently mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. 
  1 cup (255g) applesauce, 1 cup (213g) brown sugar, 1/2 cup (118ml) vegetable oil, 3 large eggs
• Pour the batter into the 9x13 inch pan. Bake for 30-32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Note: if using a metal pan, the baking time may be shorter. 
• Allow the cake to cool for for 1 hour before adding the frosting.

Cream Cheese Frosting

• Place room temperature unsalted butter and cream cheese in a mixing bowl. Use an electric mixer on medium and beat together for 1-2 minutes, until whipped and fluffy.
  8 oz (226g) cream cheese, ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter
• Add in the vanilla extract and powdered sugar (and optional salt), beat again on low for 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl, until everything is incorporated.
  1 ½ tsp vanilla extract, 3-4 cups (339-456g) powdered sugar
• If the frosting is too thick, add a splash of milk or heavy cream, beat until creamy. Spread the frosting on top of the cake.
  optional: 1/8 tsp salt and dash of milk or heavy cream