3 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. sugar
1 c. molasses
2 eggs
1 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. vanilla
3 c. cooked dried apples or thick applesauce
1 tsp. ginger (optional)

Mix flour, salt, soda and baking powder; set aside. Cream shortening. Add sugar and molasses and beat well. Add flour mixture and buttermilk alternately. Pour batter 3/8-inch thick in greased and floured pans.

Makes 4 to 5 layers.

Bake at 375°F for 18 to 20 minutes. When cool, stack, using cooked dried apples or thick applesauce between layers.