Tropical Gingerbread(Cake)

Directions

1. 1
   Melt shortening in 3 or 4-quart saucepan over low heat. Remove, let cool.
2. 2
   Add sugar and egg; beat well.
3. 3
   Sift together flour, baking soda, salt and spices.
4. 4
   Combine molasses and hot water, add alternately with flour to first mixture.
5. 5
   Pour into a greased angel food cake pan 9 x 9-inch.
6. 6
   Bake at 350° for 50 to 60 minutes.
7. 7
   Cool 5 minutes.
8. 8
   You may frost or serve with ice cream or whipped cream.
9. 9
   (If frosting, sprinkle generously with coconut.)