2 1/2 c. self-rising flour

1 tsp. cinnamon

1/2 c. sugar

1/2 c. butter

1 c. molasses

1 egg, beaten

1 c. hot water

Sift together dry ingredients, except sugar. Cream sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add egg and molasses to butter; blend. Stir into dry ingredients. Pour hot water in and beat until smooth. Bake at 350° for 35 minutes.