1 & 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided1 cup all-purpose flour7 tablespoons cocoa, divided2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup milk1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted1 & 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar1 & 1/2 cups hot water
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°.Stir together 3/4 cup sugar, flour, 3 tablespoons cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk, butter, and vanilla, mixing until smooth. Pour into an ungreased 8-inch square glass baking pan.In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup sugar, brown sugar, and 4 tablespoons cocoa. Sprinkle evenly over batter. Pour hot water over the top. Do not stir.Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until center is almost set. Let stand for 15 minutes, then serve. Use the chocolate sauce in the bottom of the pan to spoon over servings. Garnish, if desired, with ice cream or whipped cream.