1 1/2 c. sifted flour
3/4 c. sugar
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 c. shortening
3/4 c. milk
1 egg

TOPPING:

1/3 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
3 tbsp. firm butter

Mix together until crumbly.

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Grease square pan 8x8x2 or 9x9x2 or round layer pan 9 x 1 1/2.

Blend all ingredients. Beat vigorously 1/2 minute. Spread mixture in pan. Sprinkle topping over batter. Bake 20-30 minutes or until wooden toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Serve warm.