2 c. raisins
2 c. water
1 c. unsweetened applesauce
2 eggs, beaten
2 tbsp. liquid artificial sweetener
3/4 c. vegetable oil
1 tsp. baking soda
2 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
Whipped cream, optional

In a saucepan, cook raisins in water until water evaporates. Add applesauce, eggs, sweetener and oil; mix well. Blend in baking soda and flour. Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla. Pour into a greased 8-inch x 8-inch baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until cake tests done. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired. Yield: 20 servings.

One serving (without whipped cream topping) equals 1 starch, 1/2 fruit, 2 fat; also, 181 calories, 18 mg sodium, 10 mg cholesterol, 24 gm carbohydrate, 3 gm protein, 9 gm fat.

If you don't know what dessert to make for family members or friends who are diabetic, try this cake. It's very easy to make, and it's delicious!