Description
Southern Chocolate Cobbler is a classic dessert that combines a soft, cake-like top with a rich, gooey chocolate sauce underneath. As it bakes, the cobbler creates its own molten sauce, making it an irresistible dessert for chocolate lovers. It pairs perfectly with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
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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
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups boiling water
For Serving:
- Vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). - Melt the Butter:
Place 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Place the dish in the oven until the butter is completely melted. Remove the dish from the oven and set it aside. - Prepare the Batter:
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gradually add 1 cup of milk and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Mix until combined. Pour the batter over the melted butter in the baking dish, but do not stir. - Add the Topping:
In another bowl, combine 2 cups granulated sugar and 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish. - Pour Boiling Water:
Carefully pour 3 cups of boiling water over the sugar and cocoa topping. Do not stir. - Bake the Cobbler:
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the top is set but the bottom remains gooey. - Cool and Serve:
Let the cobbler cool for 15 minutes. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Do not stir after adding the boiling water—this is what helps form the rich chocolate sauce at the bottom of the cobbler.
- Use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for the best results.
- This cobbler is best served warm, but leftovers can be reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 55g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 85g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
Keywords: Southern Chocolate Cobbler Recipe