Spread half the batter in a greased 9-inch square pan; cover with half the apples; top with half the brown sugar mixture. Repeat.

Bake at 375° F. (moderate oven) for 45 to 50 minutes or until cake is set.

NOTE: If preferred, put all the batter in the pan at once. Arrange apples on top of the batter and sprinkle with brown sugar mixture.

Apples in Cakes and Cookies

Applesauce drop cookies

Makes 5 dozen

½ cup softened shortening, butter, or margarine

1 cup sugar

1 egg

1 cup unsifted flour