1 1/4 c. sugar
2/3 c. shortening (white)
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. cocoa
2 1/2 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
1 c. milk

FILLING:

2 egg whites
2 c. 10X sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
Dash of salt

To make cakes, cream together sugar and shortening. Add eggs, vanilla, flour, cocoa, baking soda, cream of tartar while adding milk. Mix well. Drop by heaping tablespoon 2 inches apart. Bake 8 to 10 minutes at 350 degrees until center springs back.

To make filling, beat egg whites until stiff. Add 10X sugar and beat. Add shortening, vanilla and salt. Beat until well mixed and creamy. You may need to add a little milk.

Lastly, spread filling between two cakes (about 2 tablespoons each).