Sundae Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 375F.
2. 2
   Grease and flour 8-inch square baking pan; set aside.
3. 3
   Combine flour, 3/4 cup sugar and baking powder in bowl.
4. 4
   Add milk, butter, egg and vanilla; beat at low speed, scraping bowl often, until moistened.
5. 5
   Beat at medium speed until well mixed.
6. 6
   Stir in 1/2 cup chocolate chips.
7. 7
   Spread batter into prepared pan.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with peanuts.
9. 9
   Bake 28-32 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
10. 10
    Cool completely.
11. 11
    Beat chilled whipping cream in chilled bowl at high speed, scraping bowl often, until soft peaks form.
12. 12
    Continue beating, gradually adding powdered sugar, until stiff peaks form.
13. 13
    Cut cooled cake into squares.
14. 14
    Place each serving onto individual plates.
15. 15
    Top with fresh fruit and strawberry topping; dollop with whipped cream and chocolate chips, if desired.