This was something we would get at the A&P when we were younger. Wow, I couldn’t be happier to find this recipe; now I can whip up a batch right in my own kitchen! Absolutely mouthwatering!

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Grease and flour a 9-by-13-inch baking pan to prepare it for the cake batter.
Combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and allspice in a large bowl.
Incorporate the applesauce, olive oil, and eggs into the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly using a hand mixer or electric mixer until well combined.
Gently fold in the raisins, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and use a spatula to smooth the surface.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Prepare the cream cheese frosting while the cake cools. Combine the softened cream cheese and melted butter in a medium bowl. Mix until smooth before adding the vanilla extract. Gradually incorporate the powdered sugar until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.
Once the cake has cooled completely, slice it in half horizontally and evenly spread the cream cheese frosting over the top of one half. Place the second half on top and drizzle with any remaining icing for a finishing touch.