Yield: 6 servings
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | prunes |
| 2 cups | flour |
| ¾ cup | sugar |
| 3 teaspoons | baking powder |
| ½ teaspoon | salt |
| 1 each | egg |
| ½ cup | milk |
| ⅓ cup | butter or shortening |
| 1 teaspoon | cinnamon |
| 2 tablespoons | brown sugar |
| 3 tablespoons | butter, melted |
Soak prunes in just enough warm water to cover; set aside.
Mix and sift all dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, beat egg until light and fluffy. Stir in milk and melted butter. Gradually add this liquid to flour mixture and combine thoroughly. Turn into lightly oiled 8-inch square baking dish. Cut soaked prunes into pieces and press down into dough. Combine cinnamon, brown sugar and melted butter. Spread over prunes. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes. Serves 6