Chocolate Applesauce Cake

This is a recipe that I received from a friend of mine, Libby, when I worked at Tumwater High School. I loved working there, and I loved this cake when Libby shared it at school.

Chocolate Applesauce Cake

1 1/2 cup sugar
2 cups flour
1/2 cup cocoa powder (Not the drink mix!)
1 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups applesauce
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup oil

Put all ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix well. Pour batter into a 9x13 greased and floured pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes.

Frosting

1/4 cup water
2 chocolate squares OR 3 tablespoons cocoa powder, plus 1 tablespoon butter
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla

Melt these ingredients in a saucepan. Take pan off of the burner and add:

2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cups chopped nuts (I use walnuts)
1 1/2 cup miniature marshmallows

Spread on the warm cake. Enjoy!

It's great with vanilla ice cream!

Recipe shared by Robin.