Hot Fudge (Lava) Cake

Cake
1 c flour
3/4 c sugar
2 Tbsp cocoa
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 c milk
2 Tbsp butter or margarine, melted
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 c nuts (optional- may be substituted for with chocolate chips)

Topping
3 Tbsp cocoa
1/2 c sugar
1 c hot water

Mix all the "cake" ingredients together and pour into a buttered deep casserole dish (square 8x8). Mix cocoa and sugar for topping and sprinkle on top of batter. Pour hot water over top and bake at 350* for 30-35 minutes.

There will be a delicious fudge center when baked.