1/2 c. butter
1 c. sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
6 or 7 tbsp. cocoa
2/4 c. thick applesauce
1 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda

Mix in given order. Bake on a cookie sheet. Bake 35 minutes at 350 degrees.

FROSTING:

1 square chocolate
1/4 c. shortening
Pinch salt
1/3 c. milk
1 c. sugar

Mix well in heavy pan. Bring to boil and cook 1 minute. Cool slightly. Beat well.