INGREDIENTS
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Cooking spray
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3/4 c. pecan halves
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3 c. all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
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2 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
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1 tsp. Kosher salt
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1 tsp. baking soda
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1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
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1/4 tsp. ground allspice
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1 c. packed light brown sugar
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1/2 c. granulated sugar
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3 large eggs
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3/4 c. canola oil
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3/4 c. unsweetened applesauce
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1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
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4 c. diced peeled apples, such as Pink Lady or Granny Smith (from 2 large apples)
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3/4 c. sugar
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3/4 c. heavy cream
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2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
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1 c. (2 sticks) plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature
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1 tsp. Kosher salt
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3 c. confectioners' sugar