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Preheat oven to 350F.
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Grease and flour a 9-inch round springform pan or a 9 x 9-inch square baking pan or baking dish.
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To Make the Cake: In a bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder and salt.
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In another bowl, toss the apples with the juice.
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In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar, cardamom and cinnamon.
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Add to the apples and toss to coat.
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Set aside.
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In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the flat beater, combine the butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar and vanilla and beat on medium speed until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Add the flour mixture in 2 or 3 additions and beat well until smooth.
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Using a large rubber spatula, gently fold in the apples just until evenly distributed, no more than a few strokes.
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Do not overmix.
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Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
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Bake until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 60 to 70 minutes.
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Transfer the pan to a wire rack and let cool for 5 minutes.
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To Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners sugar, the 2 tablespoons milk and the vanilla until smooth and pourable.
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Adjust the consistency of the glaze by adding more milk, a few drops at a time, if needed.
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Remove the sides of the springform pan, if using, and place the cake on a wire rack set over a piece of waxed paper to catch any drips.
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While the cake is warm, drizzle with the glaze.
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Let the cake cool to room temperature.
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Cut into wedges or squares to serve.
