Cherry Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Mix 1/2 cup sugar with the cinnamon and set aside.
2. 2
   Sift flour and baking powder.
3. 3
   Set aside. Combine oil and remaining cup of sugar.
4. 4
   Beat well.
5. 5
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition until fluffy and yellow in color.
6. 6
   Add vanilla. Beat well.
7. 7
   Add flour mixture gradually.
8. 8
   Beat until smooth. Spread half of the batter in the bottom of a greased and floured 13 x 9-inch pan.
9. 9
   Then spread cherry pie filling over batter. Spread the remaining batter over the cherry pie filling layer. Sprinkle sugar and cinnamon mixture over top. Bake at 325° for 45 to 50 minutes.