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Chocolate Cobbler

Indulge in Easy Chocolate Cobbler with Fudgy Goodness

This Chocolate Cobbler is an easy dessert that combines a rich fudgy pudding with a soft chocolate cake layer, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layer
  • 1 cup flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder acts as a leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt balances the sweetness
  • 2/3 cup sugar feel free to reduce for less sweet
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder use unsweetened for best results
  • 2 tablespoons butter (melted) or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup milk almond or soy for non-dairy
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract boosts flavor
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional) omit for nut-free
For the Fudge Layer
  • 1/4 cup sugar sweetens the fudgy layer
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar adds depth of flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt complements the fudge
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder intensifies chocolate flavor
  • 1 cup boiling water creates fudgy pudding layer

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • casserole dish
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Chocolate Cobbler
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cocoa powder.
  3. Pour in the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract, and stir until just combined. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts.
  4. Grease a 1.5-quart casserole dish and spread the batter evenly across the bottom.
  5. In another bowl, combine the topping ingredients and sprinkle over the batter in the dish without stirring.
  6. Carefully pour boiling water over the entire dish, being sure not to stir.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes, until the top is set and edges are firm.
  8. Serve warm, preferably with a scoop of ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Best enjoyed warm and fresh out of the oven. For a special treat, serve with ice cream or whipped cream.

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