What you will need

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

3/4 tsp salt

2 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp nutmeg

1/2 cup butter , softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar

4 large eggs , at room temperature

1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce

1 Recipe Cream Cheese Frosting , recipe follows

1/2 cup chopped pecans , for garnish (optional)

4 oz . cream cheese , softened

1/4 cup butter , softened

2 cups powdered sugar

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Applesauce Spice Cupcakes