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Chocolate Cobbler Recipe

Chocolate Cobbler Recipe
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This decadent Chocolate Cobbler features a rich chocolate batter topped with a fudgy, syrupy layer created by pouring boiling water over a cocoa and sugar topping before baking. Easy to prepare and perfect served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, it’s a delightful dessert for chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

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Batter

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅔ cup sugar
  • 1½ tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Topping

  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 cup boiling water

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature for baking the cobbler evenly.
  2. Prepare Batter: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and 1½ tablespoons cocoa powder. Stir in the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until a thick batter forms. Gently fold in the chopped walnuts if using to add a crunchy texture.
  3. Spread Batter: Grease a 1.5-quart casserole or square baking dish and spread the batter evenly inside to create the base layer for the cobbler.
  4. Make Topping: In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar, brown sugar, salt, and 2 tablespoons cocoa powder. Sprinkle this topping mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish. Do not stir or mix the topping into the batter.
  5. Add Boiling Water: Carefully pour 1 cup of boiling water over the sprinkled topping, making sure not to stir. This step creates the delicious, fudgy layer upon baking.
  6. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the top appears set but still jiggles slightly underneath to indicate a soft, gooey texture beneath the surface.
  7. Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool slightly then serve warm. It pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent dessert experience.

Notes

  • Pouring boiling water over the topping mixture creates the signature fudgy sauce underneath the cake layer.
  • Walnuts are optional but add a pleasant crunch and nutty flavor.
  • Serve immediately for best texture; leftover cobbler can be reheated gently.
  • Can be made gluten-free by substituting all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
  • For a richer flavor, try stirring a tablespoon of instant espresso powder into the batter.

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Keywords: chocolate cobbler, easy chocolate dessert, fudgy chocolate cake, warm chocolate dessert, cocoa cobbler

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