Ingredients
1/2 cup shortening1 cup sugar, divided1 large egg, beaten2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup whole milk2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries2 teaspoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup cold butter
Preparation
In a large bowl, cream the shortening and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and mix well. Combine 2 cups flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk, beating well after each addition.
Spread into a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Toss the blackberries with lemon juice; sprinkle over batter. In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and remaining sugar and flour; cut in the butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over berries.
Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Refrigerate leftovers.
