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In a medium bowl, combine sugar, cocoa powder, flour, baking soda and salt.
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Stir with a wire whisk until blended.
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With a pastry blender, cut in shortening until evenly distributed and mixture resembles corn meal.
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Spoon about 1/3 cup of the mixture into each of 11 small containers with tight fitting lids or ziplock bags.
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Seal containers.
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Label with date and contents.
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Store in a cool dry place.
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Use within 12 weeks.
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To Use:.
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1 package cake mix.
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4 teaspoons water.
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Mix together and stir with a fork or spoon until blended and smooth.
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Pour mixture into greased and floured 4 inch round miniature baking pan.
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Follow directions for child's oven, or bake in mom's preheated 375* oven for 12 to 13 minutes.
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Remove from oven and cool in pan on a rack for 5 minutes.
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Invert onto a small plate and remove pan.
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When cool frost.