In a pan heat granulated sugar, butter and cocoa powder over medium heat till butter melts, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Add eggs and vanilla. Using a spatula, beat lightly just till combined.

Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, dry milk powder and Splenda. Alternately add this flour mixture and the milk to the chocolate mixture, beating after each addition. Stir in nuts, if desired. Pour batter into greased pan.

Bake in a 350°F oven for 20 minutes, or till a wooden toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Serve warm with vanilla no sugar added ice cream.

Submitted by: Heidi S.