1 c Sugar
3 tb Unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 c All-purpose flour
1 ts Baking soda
1/2 ts Salt
1/3 c Vegetable shortening
In a medium bowl, combine sugar, cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and
salt. Stir with a wire whisk until blended. With a pastry blender, cut in
shortening until evenly distributed and mixture resembles corn meal. Spoon
about 1/3 cup of the mixture into each of 11 small containers with tight
fitting lids or zip lock bags. Seal containers. Label with date and
contents. Store in a cool dry place. Use within 12 weeks. Makes 11 packages
Children’s Chocolate Cake Mix for Easybake style oven. To use:
To one container of mix add 4 teaspoons water. Stir with a fork or spoon
until blended and smooth. Pour mixture into greased and floured 4 inch
round miniature baking pan.
Follow directions for childs oven or bake in mom’s preheated 375f oven for
12 to 13 minutes.
Remove from oven and cool in pan on a rack for 5 minutes. Invert onto a
small plate and remove pan. When cool frost with Children’s Chocolate
Frosting. if desired. Serves 2 children.
Yields
11 Servings