1 c. chopped dates
4 oz. unsweetened chocolate
1/3 c. shortening or oil
5 tsp. brown sweet and low (artificial sugar)
2 eggs
3/4 c. flour
3/4 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 c. unsweetened applesauce
1/4 c. milk (skim milk)

Mix chocolate and shortening. Add eggs and sugar. Add remaining ingredients, stir in dates, spread batter in 8 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.