Chocolate Cobbler: the incredible recipe for a decadent Southern dessert

Fudgy, rich Southern chocolate cobbler is a chocolate lover's delight. It's a virtually effortless dessert to make and is fantastic for all sorts of occasions, from potlucks to parties, or any time you're entertaining guests at home.

With its brownie-like topping and indulgent, fudgy bottom layer, chocolate cobbler is similar to a lava cake. Take your chocolate cobbler to the next level by serving it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream – the combination is out of this world!

How to Make Chocolate Cobbler

Making Southern chocolate cobbler is super easy – there's little prep involved, and before you know it, you'll have a gorgeous, rich chocolatey dessert to dig your spoon into. Start by heating your oven to 350F.

Melt the butter in your baking dish, then set it aside. Mix the sugar, cocoa powder, flour, milk, and vanilla in a bowl. Scoop the mixture into the baking dish, without stirring.

In a second bowl, combine the sugar and cocoa powder. Dust the batter with the cocoa-sugar mixture. Pour the boiling water over the topping without stirring. Bake the cobbler for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the cocoa topping sets.

Take the cobbler out of the oven and place the baking dish on a wire rack to cool for 15 to 20 minutes. Serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream, and enjoy!

Tips for Making Easy Chocolate Cobbler

Don't stir the batter or the topping when making your cobbler.

Use high-quality cocoa powder to make your chocolate cobbler.

For a richer vanilla flavor, substitute the vanilla extract for vanilla bean or vanilla bean paste.

You don't need to use a baking dish to make your Southern chocolate cobbler. A cast-iron skillet works perfectly. You can even make your chocolate cobbler in a mug using your microwave. Microwave the cobbler in mugs for 2 minutes 30 to 3 minutes.

Serve your chocolate cobbler with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or whipped cream for an ultra-decadent treat.

Add other flavorings like peanut butter, almond butter, mint extract, or orange extract to put a tasty twist on this recipe.

For a richer chocolate taste, add a dash of coffee or espresso to the batter.

How to Store Southern Chocolate Cobbler

Wrap your chocolate cobbler in cling film and place it in the fridge. Enjoy within 3 to 4 days.

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350F.

Put the butter in your baking dish.

Place it in the oven to melt the butter. Once the butter has melted, take the dish out of the oven.

Put the sugar, cocoa powder, flour, and vanilla into a bowl.

Pour in the milk.

Mix.

Without stirring, scoop the mixture into the baking dish.

Add the sugar and cocoa powder to a second bowl.

Scatter the cocoa mixture over the batter.

Pour the boiling water over the topping.

Make sure not to stir the mixture.

Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the cocoa topping sets. Remove from the oven and place the baking dish on a wire rack to cool for 15 to 20 minutes.

Take a few scoop of the chocolate cobbler.

Transfer it into a plate.

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!

Notes

Use a 9×13-inch casserole dish to make your cobbler.