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Chocolate Cobbler

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This Chocolate Cobbler features a tender cake-like crust on top and a molten chocolate pool underneath, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the batter
  • 1 cup sugar Sweetness is essential here, helping to balance the rich chocolate flavors.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour This binds everything together and gives structure to the cobbler.
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder For that deep chocolate flavor that makes this dish unforgettable.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Acts as a leavening agent, helping the cobbler rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances all the flavors beautifully.
  • 1 cup milk Makes the batter creamy and rich; whole milk gives the best texture.
  • 1/2 cup melted butter Adds richness and depth of flavor; browned butter adds a toasty note if you have the time.
For the chocolate layer
  • 1 cup brown sugar Gives a lovely caramel note that pairs beautifully with chocolate.
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Sprinkled over the top for more chocolatey allure.
  • 1 3/4 cups hot water Creates that gooey layer underneath.
For serving
  • 1 scoop vanilla ice cream A scoop on top is a must for pure heaven!

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a 9x9-inch or similar baking dish generously.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Stir in milk and melted butter into the dry mix until smooth. The batter will be fairly loose.
Creating the chocolate layer
  1. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  2. Evenly sprinkle the brown sugar over the batter. Then dust cocoa powder across the top.
  3. Carefully pour hot water over the entire surface, so it distributes evenly and sinks through the sugar.
Baking
  1. Bake at 350°F for about 35–40 minutes until the top is set and a few bubbles of sauce appear at the edges.
  2. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  3. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30g

Notes

For a gluten-free version, swap gluten-free all-purpose flour cup-for-cup. For a richer sauce, replace 1/2 cup of hot water with hot brewed coffee or espresso.
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