Chocolate Cobbler
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Chocolate Cobbler
Description
The Chocolate Cobbler combines a batter of flour, baking powder, sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and oil poured into a baking dish. A topping of brown sugar and additional cocoa powder is sprinkled over the batter, then hot water is poured over the top without stirring. As it bakes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit, the batter rises and forms a cakey top layer, while the liquid beneath turns into a thick chocolate sauce. The contrast between this soft cake and the gooey bottom creates a comforting dessert texture.
The end result is a rich and moist cobbler with deep cocoa notes from both the batter and topping. Allowing the cobbler to rest after baking helps the dessert set before serving.
This dessert can be enjoyed on its own or paired with cold vanilla ice cream to balance the intense chocolate flavors. It’s a good choice for an oven-baked treat when a simple chocolate pudding style dessert is desired.
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder plus 1/4 cup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 3/4 cups water hot
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 F.
- In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking powder sugar and 2 tablespoons cocoa. Stir in milk and oil. Pour into a 9-inch pie dish, baking dish or round skillet. Combine the brown sugar and remaining cocoa and sprinkle over batter. Pour hot water over top (do not stir). Bake for 40 to 45 minutes.
- Let sit for about 20 minutes so it can set before topping with ice cream and serving.
Notes
- This Chocolate Cobbler originates from Taste of Home and is best served warm for a comforting dessert experience.
- Allow the cobbler to rest approximately 20 minutes after baking to fully set before adding toppings like ice cream.