Rich Chocolate Cake or Brownies

Directions

Preheat oven to 350℉ (180℃).

Melt chocolate squares in double boiler, over hot, but not boiling water.

Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together.

Cream sugar and butter together until fluffy.

Add eggs, one at a time.

Beat well after each addition.

Add vanilla and mix well.

Add dry mixture alternately with milk.

Mix well.

Fold in chocolate chips.

Pour into: for brownies; a greased 10 x 15 inch pan, for cake; a greased 9 x 13 inch pan.

Bake at 350℉ (180℃) F for (cake) 40 to 45 minutes, for brownies, bake for 25 to 30 minutes.

Frost with chocolate glaze when cool.

Sprinkle with coconut flakes if desired.