Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cobbler

Course : Dessert
Cuisine : American
Prep Time : 10 minutes
Cook Time : 30 minutes
Total Time : 40 minutes
Servings : 8
Calories : 319 kcal

Ingredients:

For the Batter:

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

For the Topping:

• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 cups boiling water
• Vanilla ice cream, for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place the butter in a 9×13-inch baking dish and put it in the oven. Once the butter has melted, remove it from the oven and set it aside.
3. In a mixing bowl, stir together 1 1/2 cups of sugar, 4 tablespoons of cocoa powder, flour, milk, baking powder, salt, and vanilla extract until well combined. Spoon this batter into the baking dish over the melted butter, but do not stir.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the 2 cups of sugar and 1/2 cup of cocoa powder. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter in the pan.
5. Carefully pour the boiling water over the sugar and cocoa powder topping, but once again, do not stir.
6. Bake the cobbler in the preheated oven until the top has set, for about 35-40 minutes. The bottom will be loose and a bit gooey.
7. Let the cobbler cool for 15 minutes before serving.
8. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!

Serving Chocolate Cobbler:

• • Best served fresh out of the oven.
  • Commonly served in the pan it was baked in for a family-style presentation or for potlucks.
  • Can also be served in individual bowls.
  • Options for toppings include ice cream, whipped cream, or both for a richer dessert.

Storing Leftovers in the Refrigerator:

• • Chocolate Cobbler can last for about two days in the refrigerator if tightly covered.