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Slow Cooker Chocolate Cobbler is a rich, gooey dessert that’s as easy as it is indulgent. It forms a fudgy bottom layer and a soft, cake-like top, all made right in the crockpot. Best served with warm ice cream for the ultimate comfort treat!

spoon scooping crock pot chocolate cobbler

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After the cozy sweetness of our Snickerdoodle Apple Cobbler, I knew it was time for something rich and chocolaty. This Slow Cooker Chocolate Cobbler is everything you want in a comfort dessert: warm, gooey, and so rich it only takes a small bowl to satisfy your sweet tooth.

This cobbler recipe is easy to make, no mixing bowls full of batter, no precise measurements to stress over, no watching the oven. Just pure, hands-off simplicity that results in a dessert with a delicious cakey top and a pudding-like chocolate sauce on the bottom.

Why I love this recipe

It’s impossibly easy. I literally dump everything into my slow cooker, sprinkle the topping, and walk away.
The texture is incredible. I’m obsessed with how the top bakes up thick and cakey while the bottom stays saucy and spoon-able. It’s like getting two desserts in one.
Kids and adults both love it. I’ve never had anyone turn down a bowl of warm chocolate cobbler. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser every single time.

Ingredients

all-purpose flour
boiling water
white granulated sugar
whole milk
salted butter
cocoa powder
vanilla extract
vanilla ice cream

Equipment

Step by step

Add all the ingredients to the crockpot, EXCEPT 2 cups of sugar and ½ cup of cocoa powder. Stir everything until well combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the remaining 2 cups of sugar and ½ cup of cocoa powder until fully blended.
Sprinkle this cocoa mixture evenly over the top of the ingredients in the crockpot.
Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours, or until the top is firm.
Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream, if you like, and enjoy!

spoon scooping slow cooker chocolate cobbler

Tips for Best Results

Always cook on high heat – Low heat just doesn’t produce the same texture, so stick with high for the best slow cooker chocolate cobbler.
Don’t panic about the appearance, the top will look very dark (and possibly burnt) when it’s done, but I promise it’s just the deep chocolate color coming through.
Let it sit for a few minutes before serving – This helps the layers set up just a bit more, making it easier to scoop.

spoon holding chocolate cobbler with vanilla ice cream

Serving suggestions

I love serving this chocolate cobbler straight from the crockpot while it’s still warm. A scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream makes it even more indulgent. It’s also delicious with fresh berries on top to balance the sweetness.

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Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. To reheat, scoop out individual portions and warm them in the microwave for a few seconds before serving.

You can also freeze portions for up to three months. Just thaw and reheat when that chocolate craving hits.

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