Makes: 12 servings

This simple spice cookie is based on applesauce.

Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup margarine (or butter or shortening)
• 1 egg
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 1/2 cups flour (all purpose)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 1/2 cups applesauce, unsweetened
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 nuts (1 cup, optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare pan or cookie sheet (see below).
2. Cream together sugar, shortening and egg.
3. In a separate bowl, combine baking soda, flour, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well.
4. Stir flour mixture into shortening mixture just until moist.
5. Add applesauce, raisins, and nuts (if using).

• For Cookies: Drop dough by heaping teaspoon several inches apart on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.
• For Cake: Bake at 350 degrees in an 8 inch x 8 inch pan for 40 minutes.

Notes

To check cake for doneness, pierce top of cake with a toothpick. Cake is done when toothpick comes out clean.

Source: Montana State University Extension Service, Montana Extension Nutrition Education Program

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/12 of recipe