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How to Make Southern Chocolate Cobbler At Home

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Ingredients
 

For the Cake Layer:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Fudge Layer:

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 1 3/4 cups hot water

Instructions

Preheat Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Prepare the Cake Batter:

  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
  • Stir in milk, melted butter, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth.
  • Pour the batter into an ungreased 8-inch square baking dish, spreading evenly.

Make the Fudge Layer:

  • In a separate small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and 1/4 cup cocoa powder.
  • Sprinkle this cocoa-sugar mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.
  • Gently pour the hot water over the top. Do not stir; the water will sink down and form a fudge sauce during baking.

Bake the Cobbler:

  • Bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top has a firm crust.
  • The cobbler will create a sauce on the bottom during baking, so don't overcook it, which could cause the sauce to be absorbed fully.

Serve:

  • Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on top.