6 tablespoons unsalted softened butter |
1/2 cup granulated sugar or 1/2 cup splenda sugar blend for baking |
1/4 cup light molasses |
2 eggs |
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce |
1 cup all-purpose flour |
3/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour |
1/4 cup chopped candied ginger |
1 teaspoon ground ginger |
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves |
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
2 teaspoons baking powder |
1 teaspoon baking soda |
1/2 cup prepared hot cocoa (adjust amount if needed) |
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened |
2 ounces softened cream cheese |
2/3 cup confectioners' sugar |
1/4 teaspoon lemon extract |