Description
This Southern Chocolate Cobbler is the ultimate old-fashioned dessert, filled with rich cocoa flavor, a brownie-like top, and a luscious molten chocolate sauce underneath. It’s a quick dessert idea perfect for last-minute guests, cozy family dinners, or when you just need a little chocolate indulgence. Made with pantry staples, this easy recipe takes less than 15 minutes to prep. It’s one of the best easy dinner ideas, comfort food recipes, and a must-add to your list of quick dessert recipes. A warm, gooey treat that brings Southern hospitality to your table every time!
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (divided)
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
¾ cup brown sugar
1 ½ cups hot water
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place butter in a 9×9-inch baking dish and melt it in the oven.
2. In a bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
3. Stir in milk and vanilla extract until just combined.
4. Pour batter over the melted butter in the dish. Do not stir.
5. In another bowl, mix the remaining 4 tablespoons of cocoa with brown sugar. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.
6. Gently pour the hot water over the top. Do not stir.
7. Bake for 35–40 minutes until the top is set and crackly, and the sauce is bubbling around the edges.
8. Cool for 10–15 minutes before serving warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
Do not stir once the batter, topping, and water are layered—this is key to getting the molten center.
For an extra indulgent touch, sprinkle chocolate chips on top before baking.
Always serve warm to enjoy the gooey sauce at its best!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 38mg
Keywords: chocolate cobbler, easy dessert, southern dessert, comfort food, gooey chocolate, quick chocolate recipe