1 1/2 c. flour
3/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. shortening
1/2 c. milk
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1 egg
Nuts or raisins (optional)

Measure dry ingredients in bowl. Cut in shortening. Beat egg in milk and add to dry ingredients. Stir well; put in 8 x 8 or 10 x 10 inch pan. Cover with Topping. Bake at 375 degrees for 30-35 minutes.

TOPPING:

1/2 c. sugar
6 tbsp. flour
4 tbsp. melted butter
1/2 tsp. cinnamon

Mix together and sprinkle over cake mix.