*INGREDIENTS:
°1 cup flour
°3/4 cups sugar
°1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder + 1/4 cup (60 ml)
°2 teaspoons of baking powder
° 1/2 tsp salt
° 1/2 cup of milk
° 1/2 cup smooth applesauce
° 1 teaspoon of vanilla
° 1 3/4 cup hot water
° 3/4 cups packed brown sugar
*PREPARATION
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, 1/4 cup (60 mL) cocoa powder, baking powder and salt. Add the milk, applesauce and vanilla and mix until the batter is smooth. Pour batter into a lightly buttered 8-inch (20 cm) square pan.
- In a small bowl, combine hot water, brown sugar and remaining cocoa powder. Pour this mix over the cake batter. Bake in preheated 350°F (180°C) oven for 45 minutes. Serve hot.
Enjoy !