🍫 Southern Chocolate Cobbler (aka “Chocolate Pudding Cake”)
A warm, gooey, self-saucing dessert that bakes into a rich chocolate cake with a molten pudding layer underneath!
⏳ Prep Time: 10 mins | Bake Time: 35-40 mins | Servings: 6-8
📝 Ingredients:
For the Batter:
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½ cup (1 stick / 113g) unsalted butter, melted
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1½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
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4 tbsp (24g) unsweetened cocoa powder
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2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
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2 tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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1 cup (240ml) milk
For the Topping/Sauce:
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1½ cups (300g) brown sugar (or granulated sugar)
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½ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
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3 cups (710ml) boiling water
Optional: Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving!
🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat & Prep:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a 9×13-inch baking dish, pour the melted butter and set aside.
2️⃣ Make the Batter:
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In a bowl, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Stir in milk until just combined (batter will be thick).
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Spread batter evenly over the melted butter in the baking dish (do not mix!).
3️⃣ Add the Topping:
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In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar + cocoa powder. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.
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Gently pour boiling water over the entire mixture (do not stir!).
4️⃣ Bake & Serve:
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Bake for 35-40 mins until the top is set but the bottom is saucy.
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Let cool 5-10 mins (it thickens as it sits).
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Serve warm with ice cream—the contrast of hot cobbler and cold cream is heavenly!
🌟 Why This Recipe is Magic:
✅ Self-saucing—creates its own rich chocolate pudding layer underneath.
✅ No fancy tools—just mix, pour, and bake.
✅ Comfort food at its finest—like a cross between brownies and molten cake!
💡 Pro Tips:
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Don’t overmix! The layers need to stay separate for the right texture.
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For extra depth, add 1 tsp vanilla or ½ tsp espresso powder to the batter.
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Storage: Reheat leftovers in the microwave (it’s just as good the next day!).
Serving Suggestion: Drizzle with caramel sauce or sprinkle with sea salt for a gourmet touch! 🍨✨
Fun Fact: This old-fashioned dessert dates back to the Great Depression, when bakers used simple pantry staples to create something indulgent. 🕰️
Want a smaller batch? Halve the recipe and bake in an 8×8-inch pan for 25-30 mins! 😊