Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Base
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Prepare the Topping
- In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cocoa powder.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar and cocoa mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.
- Carefully pour hot water over the entire mixture in the baking dish. Do not stir.
Bake the Cobbler
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is set and the edges are bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve
- Spoon the warm cobbler into bowls and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.
Nutrition
Notes
For an extra touch, you can add a pinch of cinnamon to the batter or serve with whipped cream.
