2 tbsp. butter or Crisco
3/4 c. sugar
1 egg
2 tbsp. boiling water
1 1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder

Cream butter and sugar; add egg and beat well a few minutes. Add hot water and last, flour and baking powder sifted together. Spread in greased square pan and cover with sliced apples. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon. Any other fruit may be sliced and used in place of apples. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes.