1 stick (1/2 c.) stick butter
1/2 c. sugar
1 7/8 whole eggs
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 whole can (16 oz.) chocolate syrup
1/2 c. flour plus 1 tbsp. flour
1/4 tsp. baking powder
1/4 c. nuts

Thoroughly mix butter, sugar and eggs. Add rest of ingredients. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.

FROSTING:

6 tbsp. butter
1 1/2 c. sugar
6 tbsp. milk
1/2 c. chocolate chips

Bring butter, sugar and milk to boil. Add chocolate chips and beat until thick. Frost. Makes 24 servings.