Description
This decadent Chocolate Cobbler recipe features a rich, fudgy sauce beneath a tender cocoa-flavored cake. With a simple batter topped with a cocoa and sugar mixture that’s drenched in boiling water before baking, it creates a luscious dessert perfect for chocolate lovers. Served warm and optionally topped with ice cream or whipped cream, it’s an indulgent treat that’s surprisingly easy to make.
Ingredients
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Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
Topping
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish to ensure the cobbler doesn’t stick.
- Make the Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons cocoa powder. Stir in the milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until the batter is smooth and well combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Prepare the Topping: In a separate small bowl, whisk together ½ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup packed brown sugar, and ¼ cup cocoa powder for the topping. Sprinkle this sugar and cocoa mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.
- Add Boiling Water: Carefully pour 1 ½ cups boiling water evenly over the topping layer without stirring, which will dissolve the sugar and create the signature fudgy sauce during baking.
- Bake: Place the cobbler in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is set and a thick, gooey chocolate sauce has formed beneath the cake layer.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool for a few minutes before serving. Spoon the dessert into bowls and optionally top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent finish.
Notes
- Use boiling water carefully to avoid burns and evenly distribute it over the topping.
- For best results, let the cobbler rest for a few minutes so the sauce thickens before serving.
- This dessert pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or fresh whipped cream.
- You can substitute milk with a dairy-free alternative for a different dietary need.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and warm before serving.
