Warm Fudge Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 6 tablespoons baking cocoa, divided
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 3/4 cups hot water
• whipped cream or ice cream, optional

Instructions:

In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, 2 tablespoons cocoa, baking powder and salt. Stir in the milk, oil and vanilla until smooth. Spread in an ungreased 9-inch square baking pan. Combine the brown sugar and remaining cocoa, then sprinkle over the batter. Pour the hot water over the entire mixture, do not stir. Bake at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes. Serve warm and top with either whipped cream or ice cream.