Place the sunbutter and sugar in a mixing bowl and mix on medium speed until combined.

Add the applesauce and continue to mix.

Stop the mixer and add the gluten free flour blend, baking soda, and salt. Mix on low speed, scraping down the sides once.

Stop the mixer and add the dairy free chocolate chips. Stir by hand.

Place the cookie dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.

Chop the dark chocolate sun butter cups into pieces.

Place rounded tablespoons of batter on the cookie sheet. Press the sun cup pieces into the top of each cookie.

Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes.

Allow to cool fully on the cookie sheet before removing. Repeat with remaining dough.