Milk Chocolate Cobbler
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
You know how sometimes you crave something warm and comforting but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen? This milk chocolate cobbler is exactly that kind of dessert. It comes together in just twenty minutes of prep, then bakes for forty minutes while you relax. The combination of a buttery, cake like topping with melted chocolate underneath creates this amazing molten texture that feels so indulgent. Plus, dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants, and using milk chocolate keeps things a bit lighter than a traditional cobbler. It's simple enough for a weeknight treat but impressive enough to serve guests, and I promise it'll become your go to recipe when you need something special without the fuss.
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Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 125cold unsalted butter
- 150castor sugar
- 400milk chocolate
- 3large eggs
- 120plain flour
- 6baking powder
- 12salt
- 20unsalted butter, melted
- 100heavy cream
- 1 mlvanilla extract
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line an 18cm square baking dish with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a non-stick baking dish to prevent the cobbler from sticking.
- 2
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and castor sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for the best results.
- 3
Melt the milk chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Stir the chocolate until smooth and glossy.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Use a whisk for the best aeration.
- 5
Add the flour mixture to the creamed butter and mix until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix, as this will make the biscuit crust tough.
- 6
Pour in the melted chocolate and mix until a dough forms.
Tip: Use a spatula for the best results.
- 7
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated.
Tip: Use room temperature eggs for the best results.
- 8
Pour the chocolate mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Tip: Smooth the top with a spatula.
- 9
Sprinkle the biscuit crust over the top of the cobbler.
Tip: Use a little extra flour to dust the crust.
- 10
Bake for 40 minutes or until the biscuit crust is golden brown and the cobbler is set.
Tip: Don't open the oven door until the timer goes off.
- 11
Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Tip: Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
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