Southern Chocolate Cobbler

Why Make This Recipe

Southern Chocolate Cobbler is a classic dessert that brings comfort and rich chocolate goodness to any table. It’s simple to prepare and uses easy ingredients that you probably already have at home. If you love warm, gooey chocolate desserts, this one is perfect for you.

Another reason to make this recipe is that it creates its own rich chocolate sauce as it bakes. The top becomes slightly crisp, while underneath stays soft and fudgy. It’s like magic happening right inside your oven. You don’t even need to make a separate sauce!

This dessert is also a big hit for family gatherings, potlucks, or just a cozy night in. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and you have a crowd-pleasing treat that everyone will ask you to make again and again.

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How to Make Southern Chocolate Cobbler

Ingredients:

• 1 stick butter
• 1 ½ cups sugar
• 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 2 cups self-rising flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¾ cup milk
• 2 cups sugar
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• 3 cups boiling water

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place the stick of butter in a 9×13 baking dish and put it in the oven to melt.
3. In a bowl, mix 1 ½ cups sugar, 4 tablespoons cocoa powder, self-rising flour, vanilla extract, and milk. Stir until combined.
4. Pour the batter over the melted butter in the baking dish. Don’t stir it.
5. In another bowl, mix 2 cups sugar and ½ cup cocoa powder. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter.
6. Carefully pour the 3 cups of boiling water over the top. Again, do not stir.
7. Bake for 30-45 minutes until the top is set but still slightly jiggly underneath.
8. Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.