Southern Chocolate Cobbler

Southern Chocolate Cobbler 🍫

This Southern Chocolate Cobbler is a warm, gooey, and incredibly decadent dessert that combines the richness of a brownie with the warmth of a pudding. It’s a self-saucing chocolate treat, perfect when paired 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
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Topping:

• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 cups boiling water
• Vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional, but highly recommended)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Melt the Butter:

• Place 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Put the dish in the preheated oven to melt the butter.
• Once melted, remove the dish from the oven and set aside.

3. Prepare the Batter:

• In a medium bowl, stir together the 1 1/2 cups sugar, 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 cup milk, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until smooth.
• Spoon the batter into the baking dish over the melted butter. Do not stir the butter into the batter; leave it as is.

4. Prepare the Topping:

• In a separate bowl, mix together the 2 cups sugar and 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder.
• Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.

5. Add Boiling Water:

• Carefully pour 3 cups of boiling water over the top of the cocoa-sugar mixture. Do not stir.

6. Bake:

• Place the dish in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top has set. The bottom will remain loose and gooey, creating a rich chocolate sauce underneath the cobbler crust.

7. Let Cool and Serve:

• Allow the cobbler to cool for about 15 minutes before serving.
• Serve warm, and for an extra indulgent treat, top each serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips:

• Do not stir the layers: The magic of this recipe comes from the layering and the self-saucing process, so resist the urge to stir.
• Add-ins: For extra texture, you can mix in chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the batter.

This Southern Chocolate Cobbler is a chocolate lover’s dream, offering a perfect balance of cake-like texture on top with a rich, fudgy sauce on the bottom. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in!