1 c. molasses
1/2 c. sour milk
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cold water
3 tbsp. melted butter
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. flour
1/3 c. cocoa

Mix molasses and sour milk, add butter and soda dissolved in cold water, then add flour mixed and sifted with spices, cocoa and salt. Bake in a moderate oven. If icing is desired use Cocoa icing given above.