Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup turbinado sugar such as Sugar in the Raw

1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened

2 teaspoons light rum

1 large egg

1 cup plus 1 tablespoon unsweetened applesauce

For icing

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup turbinado sugar
• 6 tablespoons canned evaporated milk
• 1 teaspoon light rum
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup confectioners sugar
• Special equipment: a 10-inch springform pan (25 cm)

Description

Cloves, Ginger, And Turbinado Sugar Make This A Cake You'll Adore. Plus, Try The Frosting On A Variety Of Baked Goods For A Taste Of The Tropics All Year.

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