1/2 c unsweetened applesauce

1 c granulated sugar

1/4 c butter, softened

1/2 c mashed ripe banana

2 large eggs

1 tsp instant coffee granules

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 c all-purpose flour

1/2 c unsweetened cocoa

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

powdered sugar

 

1. Preheat over to 350

 

2. Spoon applesauce onto several layers of heavy duty paper towls, spread to 1/2 inch thick.  Cover with additional paper towles and let stand 5 minutes.  Scrape applesauce into a bowl using a rubber spatula.

 

3. Combine sugar and butter in a large bowl, beat with a mixer at medium speed until light and fluffy ( about 2 minutes ).  Add applesauce and banana, beating until blended.  Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.  Beat in coffee and vanilla.

 

4. Lightly spoon flou into a dry measuring cup, level with knife.  Combine flour and remaining ingredients except powdered sugar, stirring well with a whisk.  Add flour mixture to egg mixture and stir until combined.  Scrape batter into an 8 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper ( I don't see why you just couldn't spray the pan with cooking spray ).  Bake at 350 for 40 minutes, or until done ( check with toothpick ).  Let cool.  Sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired.