Ingredients for 6 servings:
1. nonstick cooking spray
2. 1 cup flour
3. 2 teaspoons baking powder
4. 1/4 teaspoon salt
5. 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
6. 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, divided
7. 1/2 cup milk
8. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
9. 1/4 cup vegetable oil
10. 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
11. 1 cup boiling water or 1 cup coffee
Directions:
1. Spray a 1 1/2 quart souffle dish with oil and set aside.
2. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, 3/4 cup of the granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup of the cocoa in a mixing bowl. Add the milk, vanilla, and oil, and mix into a stiff batter. Scrape into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
3. Mix the brown sugar, the remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and remaining 1/4 cup cocoa in a small bowl; sprinkle in an even layer over the top of the batter. Pour the boiling water or coffee over all.
4. Set the dish inside a 6 quart slow cooker and cover the top of the slow cooker with a folded kitchen towel, and then with the cooker lid. Cook on high for 2 1/2 hours, or until the top of the cake is set and the bottom is still syrupy.
5. Cut into wedges or spoon onto plates, using the syrup on the bottom as a sauce.
Enjoy your meal!