There is something especially comforting about a dessert that asks so little and gives back so much, and this 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Midnight Fudge Cobbler is just that kind of treat. It bakes up with a tender cake-like top and a deep, spoonable fudge sauce underneath, the sort of old-fashioned magic that feels right at home in a Midwestern kitchen. Using a dark chocolate cake mix keeps it easy enough for a weeknight craving, but the rich flavor makes it taste like something you'd save for company or a late-night spoonful straight from the crock.
Serve this cobbler warm in bowls with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, and if you want to dress it up a little, a handful of toasted pecans or a few fresh raspberries are mighty nice alongside. For a cozy gathering, I like to set it out after supper with coffee, cold milk, or even a little hot cocoa for the youngsters.
3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Midnight Fudge Cobbler
Servings: 8
Ingredients
1 box dark chocolate cake mix, about 15.25 ounces
1 cup sour cream
1 can chocolate fudge frosting, about 16 ounces
Directions
1. Lightly grease the insert of your slow cooker. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the dark chocolate cake mix and sour cream until a thick batter forms.
2. Spoon the batter into the greased slow cooker and spread it gently into an even layer.
3. Warm the chocolate fudge frosting for just a few seconds in the microwave if needed so it is easier to spread, then spoon it evenly over the batter without stirring it in.
4. Cover and cook on High for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or until the top is set and crackled while the bottom stays fudgy. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking if you can help it.
5. Let the cobbler rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving so the fudge underneath thickens slightly. Spoon it into bowls and serve warm, preferably with vanilla ice cream.
Variations & Tips
Nutty Topping: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the frosting before cooking if you like a little crunch against all that soft fudge.
Extra Dark Version: Use a dark chocolate or devil's food cake mix with the deepest cocoa flavor you can find for a bolder, less sweet cobbler.
Serving Tip: This dessert is best served warm, not piping hot. A short rest after cooking helps the sauce settle into that rich pudding-like layer everyone goes after.
Make It Special: For company, serve each portion with vanilla ice cream and a few raspberries or sliced strawberries to brighten up the deep chocolate flavor.
Slow Cooker Note: Cooking times can vary from one slow cooker to another, especially newer models that run hotter, so start checking near the 2-hour mark for a set top and gooey center.