Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. boiling water
  • 1 stick margarine or butter
  • 1 c. quick oats
  • 1 c. brown sugar
  • 1 c. white sugar
  • 1 1/2 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 Tbsp. cocoa

Method

  • Pour water over oatmeal and lay butter on top.
  • Let stand 20 minutes.
  • Beat in eggs, sugars and vanilla.
  • Sift together flour, soda, cinnamon, cocoa and salt.
  • When mixed well, put in a 9 x 13 pan and bake at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes.
  • When baked, spread with topping.