Description
Indulge in Southern Chocolate Cobbler, a classic dessert with a rich, fudgy sauce beneath a tender, brownie-like cake. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or as a comforting treat for chocolate lovers, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in about an hour and pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
For the Batter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk (whole or preferred type)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat and Melt Butter:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the butter in a 9×13-inch baking dish and let it melt in the oven. Remove and set aside. - Prepare the Batter:
In a large bowl, mix sugar, cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour batter over melted butter without stirring. - Add the Topping:
In a separate bowl, combine sugar and cocoa powder. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter. Gently pour boiling water on top; do not stir. - Bake:
Bake for 35-40 minutes until the top is set and slightly crusted while the bottom remains gooey. - Cool and Serve:
Allow cobbler to cool for 15-20 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Variations:
- Add nuts (pecans or walnuts) for crunch.
- Spice it up with cinnamon or espresso powder for a richer flavor.
- Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- Storage:
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days.
- Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or warm larger portions in the oven at 350°F (175°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
