2 cups sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk
2 eggs
1 cup hot water
Frosting of your choice
Colored sprinkles, optional
In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. Stir in oil, buttermilk and eggs. Add water and stir until combined. Pour into a greased 13"x9"x2" baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 38 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
Cool compeletely. Frost and decorate with sprinkles if desired.
Makes 12 to 16 servings.