Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 c. flour
  • 1 3/4 c. granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp. cloves
  • 1/4 tsp. allspice
  • 1 1/2 c. applesauce
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 2 eggs

Method

  • Sift first 8 ingredients together. Add applesauce, eggs and shortening.
  • Using mixer at low speed, beat just until moistened. Increase speed to medium.
  • Beat 3 minutes.
  • Spread in greased 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1-inch jelly roll pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick comes clean. Cool.
  • Makes 48 bars.