Ingredients
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup milk
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 1/2 cups hot water
– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Equipment Needed
– 9×13 inch baking dish
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Oven mitts
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9×13 inch baking dish with a little butter to ensure nothing sticks—trust me, it’s a must! In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. I love to whisk these dry ingredients together until they are well blended; the cocoa powder has a way of making the air in the kitchen smell chocolatey even before we add anything else! Next, stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix just until everything is combined—don’t overdo it! At this point, it might look a little lumpy, but that’s perfectly okay. (See the next page below to continue steps…)