| 1/4 cup Vegetable oil |
| 3 Squares unsweetened chocolate |
| 1 1/4 cups Granulated sugar |
| 1/2 cup Applesauce |
| 4 Egg whites or 2 eggs, slightly beaten |
| 1 teaspoon Vanilla |
| 1 cup QUAKER Oats uncooked -- (quick or old fashion) |
| 1 cup All-purpose flour |
| 1 teaspoon Baking powder |
| 1/4 teaspoon Salt (optional) |
| 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar |
Makes 24 cupcakes