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Top this yummy dessert with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

1 cup all-purpose flour

3/4 cup granulated sugar

6 tablespoons unsweetened baking cocoa, divided use

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup milk

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup firmly packed brown sugar

1 3/4 cups hot water

Sweetened whipped cream or ice cream (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 350*F (175*C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, 2 tablespoons cocoa, baking powder and salt. Stir in the milk, oil and vanilla until smooth. Spread in an ungreased 9-inch square baking pan.
3. Combine brown sugar and remaining cocoa; sprinkle over batter. Pour hot water over all; do not stir.
4. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Serve warm.
5. Top with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream or ice cream, if desired.

Makes 9 servings.