6 tbsp. butter
1 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. applesauce
1 tsp. shredded orange peel
1 tsp. vanilla
1 egg
1 c. sifted all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. chopped California walnuts

Combine butter and sugar in saucepan. Heat and stir until butter melts. Beat in applesauce. Sift together dry ingredients. Stir in nuts. Fill paper bake cups 1/2 full. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Makes 1 dozen.