2⁄3 cup (160mL) all-purpose flour

2⁄3 cup (160mL) SPLENDA^® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated

1⁄3 cup (80 mL) cocoa 

1 tsp (5 mL) baking powder

1⁄4 tsp (1 mL) salt

1⁄3 cup (80 mL) soft margarine

2 eggs

1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla

1⁄3  cup (80 mL) unsweetened applesauce

1⁄3 (80mL) cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Combine SPLENDA^®  Granulated, flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; set aside.

In a mixer bowl, beat margarine eggs and vanilla for 1 minute.

Add applesauce and beat just until blended.

Stir in flour mixture and nuts just until blended.

Spread evenly in greased 8-inch (20 cm) square pan.

Bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 15 minutes or until tester inserted in centre comes out clean. 

Cool on rack

Store in covered container in refrigerator.