INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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3/4 cup sugar
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
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Pinch grated nutmeg
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1 egg
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1/4 cup applesauce
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1 1/2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
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3/4 cup mashed banana (about 2 large bananas)
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4 ounces crushed pineapple, undrained
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1/2 cup pecans, chopped (optional)
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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6 tablespoons butter, softened
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 cup powdered sugar, more to taste