1) Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.N a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients together and sift.In a small bowl, mix the applesauce and baking powder together.

2) Mix the remaining wet ingredients together in a medium-sized bowl and add the applesauce mixture to it. Stir well.Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, a little at a time until combined.Form the dough into a large ball.

3) Add about 1/4 cup sugar (add more as needed) into a shallow bowl.Form small balls from the dough, about 1-1/2-inch in diameter.

4) Roll the cookies in the sugar to coat.

5) Place cookies on an ungreased cookie sheet and flatten them a little with your fingers.

6) Bake for 7-9 minutes.