1 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. sugar
2 tbsp. cocoa
1/2 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
2 tbsp. melted shortening
3/4 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. cocoa
1 3/4 c. boiling water

Mix flour, baking powder, salt, white sugar and 2 tablespoons cocoa. Add milk, vanilla and shortening. Mix until smooth. Pour into greased 8 inch square pan.

Mix brown sugar and 1/4 cup cocoa; sprinkle over batter. Pour hot water over entire batter. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Serve with cream or ice cream.