INGREDIENTS
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For the Cake:
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3 cups all purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
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1 tsp ginger
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1/2 teaspoon allspice
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1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 cup butter, room temperature
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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3/4 cup molasses
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1 cup fresh squeezed Clementine juice
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zest of 2 ClementineFor the Creamy Citrus Cheese Topping:
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6 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup sugar
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1 egg
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zest of 1 ClementineFor the Garnish:
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2 Clementine, peeled and sliced into rounds
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Whole cloves, optional