Apple Stack Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Mix and set aside the flour, baking soda and salt.
2. 2
   Heat molasses, shortening and sugar until all are dissolved.
3. 3
   Combine beaten eggs with milk, vanilla and oil of cinnamon.
4. 4
   Add to molasses mixture.
5. 5
   Make a hole in the flour mixture.
6. 6
   Pour the liquid in slowly.
7. 7
   Mix until the mixture is a stiff dough.
8. 8
   Chill for 30 minutes.
9. 9
   Roll out a small ball of dough on a floured board until it is no more than 1/2-inch thick.
10. 10
    Cut out circle of dough in shape of a pie pan.
11. 11
    Place circles on cookie sheets and bake at 350° until brown.
12. 12
    Let cool.
13. 13
    Place in stacks using applesauce between layers.
14. 14
    Let stand for 36 hours.