Old-Fashioned Applesauce Stack Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream together sugar and shortening; add eggs and beat well. Stir in vanilla, corn syrup and buttermilk.
2. 2
   Sift together the spices, baking powder, soda and 3 cups of the flour.
3. 3
   Add gradually to creamed mixture, beating smooth each time.
4. 4
   Knead in more flour slowly to make stiff dough.
5. 5
   Roll out 1/8-inch thick on lightly floured board.
6. 6
   Cut in circles the size of dinner plate.
7. 7
   Bake each layer at 425° until golden brown.
8. 8
   Cover each layer liberally with applesauce before adding next layer.
9. 9
   Let cake stand at room temperature until cold; wrap well in heavy foil and refrigerate at least 24 hours before serving.