Easy Chocolate Cobbler Recipe

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Easy Chocolate Cobbler- Warm, gooey chocolate cake hidden just beneath a rich, crackly surface makes this chocolate cobbler a hidden gem of the dessert world. Top it with a melty scoop of vanilla ice cream to make any chocolate lovers day.

If you love molten chocolate lava cake, then you need to make this recipe for chocolate cobbler. While similar in texture and taste, its about one million times easier to make! That fact makes it equally dreamy for the baker and the eater. 😜

The best thing about a chocolate cobbler? Its all about the chocolate. Definitely invest in good quality chocolate for this one, my friend, because it is the star of the show. Gooey textures and copious amounts of chocolate make it so.

Chocolate Cobbler for Any Occasion

Chocolate cobbler is also a fantastic dessert for any occasion, formal or casual. Easy to make with simple ingredients, and it comes together pretty quickly. A scoop of ice cream makes it refreshing on a hot summer day. But conversely, the warm, gooey cobbler itself is pretty darn comforting on a cold winter night.

Ingredient List

Dry Ingredients- All-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt deliver an amazing dessert somewhere between a cake and a pudding.

Semi-Sweet Chocolatechunks or chips add extra chocolatey richness to the gooey base of the cobbler. 60% cocoa or higher gives you the most intense chocolate experience.

Unsweetened Cocoa Powdercreates both the chocolatey cobbler and its topping.

Moisture- Milk and butter are classic cake ingredients in cobblers that add richness and keep the texture on point. A spoonful of vanilla extract enhances the aroma and taste for even richer chocolate notes. (How is that even possible?!) 🤯

CobblerTopping- White and brown sugar do more than add sweetness; they crystallize for a crackly topping. Cocoa powder delivers more chocolatiness, while hot water does its magic.

How to Make Chocolate Cobbler

Preheatoven to 350? (175?).
DryIngredients- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Set aside.
MeltChocolatein a small bowl. Microwave it at 20-second intervals until it melts. (Photos 1-2)
Liquids- Mix cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined. (Photo 3)
Assemble- Create a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the chocolate mixture and melted butter. Stir until a thick batter forms.
Pourinto a small, ungreased, 8-inch rectangular baking dish with high sides. (Photo 4)
Topping- In another bowl, mix cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Sprinkle evenly over the top of the chocolate batter. PLEASE DO NOT STIR OR MIX. (Photos 5-6)
Final Touch- Gently pour hot water over the mixture. Again, please dont stir. Place a baking sheet in the oven, then put the chocolate cobbler on it in case the batter spills over while baking. (Photos 7-8)
Bakefor 30-35 minutes or until the top part sets.
Serve- Carefully remove from the oven and cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, and enjoy.

Recipe Variations

Gluten-free. Swap out all-purpose flour with your fave gluten-free baking flour to make gluten-free chocolate cobbler.

Flavor twists.For extra luxuriousness, add toffee! Add about half a cup of broken toffee to the brown sugar and cocoa powder mixture to top the cobbler. Then, pour the boiling water over it all.

Extra crunch. Chopped walnuts or pecans added to the batter or topping delivers a more complex texture. Chocolate pecan cobbler, anyone?

Tips and Tricks

Use high-quality chocolate (bars or chips) with at least 60% cocoa content for a deep, rich chocolate flavor. Avoid low-quality chocolate or chocolate-flavored chips, as they can have an artificial taste and affect the overall texture of your cobbler. 🍫

Chocolate cobbler is best enjoyed warm when the sauce is gooey, and the cake is soft.

A note on the science of cobbler: using cool or warm water simply wont suffice. Only boiling water will create that perfectly crisp, shiny, crackly top layer with a tender dough underneath.

Make-Ahead Instructions

To enjoy a stress-free dessert experience: Prepare the cobbler batter and topping in advance and store them separately in the fridge. When youre ready to bake, assemble the dish as usual. For easier pouring, allow the batter to come to room temperature beforehand.

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