Hot Fudge Cake

I got this recipe from TOH. It was originally submitted by Vera Reid.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 9

Ingredients

• 1  cup all-purpose flour
• 3⁄4 cup sugar
• 6  tablespoons  baking cocoa, divided
• 2  teaspoons baking powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup milk
• 2  tablespoons  vegetable oil
• 1  teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1  cup  packed brown sugar
• 1 3⁄4 cups hot water
•  whipped cream (optional) or  ice cream (optional)

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, 2 tablespoons cocoa, baking powder and salt.
2. Stir in milk, oil and vanilla until smooth.
3. Spread in an ungreased 9-in. square baking pan.
4. Combine brown sugar and remaining cocoa; sprinkle over batter.
5. Pour hot water over all; do not stir.
6. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes. Serve warm. Top with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.