Molasses Cupcakes

Directions

1. 1
   Mix the flour, sugar, shortening and salt together and keep 1/3 cup for the topping.
2. 2
   In another bowl, mix the molasses, hot water and baking soda.
3. 3
   Beat in flour mixture.
4. 4
   Put in cupcake pans.
5. 5
   Put the 1/3 cup topping on top of mixture.
6. 6
   Bake at 350° for 25 minutes.