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Southern Chocolate Cobbler – Cheesey Potatoes Easy Recipe Twist for Dessert Lovers

Let’s talk about chocolate cobbler. It’s warm, it’s gooey, and it’s basically what happens when brownies decide they want to take a nap in a hot fudge puddle. This recipe is one of those hidden treasures passed down from the kind of Southern kitchens where dessert is never optional. Now, don’t let the name fool you – this isn’t your average fruit-stuffed cobbler. Nope, this is the chocolate kind. And not just ‘a little chocolate,’ I’m talking full-on, glorious, over-the-top chocolate. I remember the first time I made this for a friend who’d never heard of it. She looked at me like I was making up a recipe just to use up pantry scraps. But then she took a bite and her whole world shifted. She asked if I was a wizard. I told her, 'No, just a woman with a baking dish and questionable self-control.' We’re combining old-school comfort food with a sprinkle of modern mischief. If you love warm desserts that demand a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a couch for full enjoyment, this chocolate cobbler’s for you.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Keywords: baked chocolate recipes, cheesey potatoes easy recipe, easy dessert recipes, easy recipes for dinner, gooey chocolate cobbler, quick sweet treats, southern comfort food
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 7 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, divided
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar, divided
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups hot water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grab an 8-inch square baking dish – no need to grease it.
  2. In a mixing bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt, 3 tablespoons of cocoa powder, and 3/4 cup of the sugar.
  3. Add in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix until the batter looks like thick chocolate pudding.
  4. Pour this into the ungreased baking dish and spread it evenly. Trust the process.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 4 tablespoons of cocoa powder with the remaining 1/2 cup sugar and the brown sugar. Sprinkle this mixture over the batter.
  6. Pour the hot water gently over the top – don’t stir it! Yes, it’ll look weird. Yes, you’re doing it right.
  7. Bake for 35 minutes. The top should be set, but underneath will be a gooey, rich sauce.
  8. Let it cool for just a bit, then serve warm with vanilla ice cream. Or straight from the dish. We’re not judging.