Chocolate Brownie Pudding Cake

1/2 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons cocoa
2 1/2 cups brownie mix; half of a 21.5 ounce package
1 egg
1/4 cup peanut butter
1 tablespoon soft margarine
1/4 cup water
1/4 to 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips, if desired

Combine 3/4 cup water, brown sugar and cocoa in a saucepan. Bring to a boil.

In the meantime combine the remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk together or mix well with a spoon.

Spread the batter evenly in the bottom of a lightly buttered crockpot. Pour boiling mixture over the batter.

Cover and cook on high about 2 hours; turn heat off and let stand for about 30 minutes. Spoon into dessert dishes while warm; serve with whipped cream or ice cream.

Serves 6 to 8.