This is my husband’s ultimate temptation; he always wants more

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup milk
1/3 cup melted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 3/4 cups hot water

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder.

Stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Fold in the chopped pecans, if using.

Pour the batter into an ungreased 9×9-inch baking dish.

In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar and 1/4 cup of cocoa powder.

Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.

Carefully pour the hot water over the top of the mixture. Do not stir.

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is cracked and the center is set.

Let the cobbler cool for a few minutes before serving. It will be gooey and molten underneath the cracked top.