1 pkg. devil's food cake mix
1 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. cocoa
1 c. chopped walnuts
1 3/4 c. hot water

Prepare cake mix as directed on package. Pour one half of batter into greased 9 inch square pan. (Use remaining batter for cupcakes.) Combine sugar, cocoa and walnuts; sprinkle over batter. Pour hot water over. Bake in moderate (350 degree) oven for 45 minutes. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.