Directions:

Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F.
Place the 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a 9×13-inch baking dish and set it in the oven. Once the butter has melted, remove the dish from the oven and set it aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the 1 1/2 cups of sugar, 4 tablespoons of cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, milk, baking powder, salt, and vanilla extract. Spoon this batter over the melted butter in the baking dish, but refrain from stirring.
In another bowl, mix together the 2 cups of granulated sugar and 1/2 cup of cocoa powder. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter in the pan. Now, carefully pour the 3 cups of boiling water over the topping, again avoiding any stirring.
Bake your creation until the top has set, which should take approximately 35-40 minutes. Keep in mind that the bottom will maintain a delightful looseness and a touch of gooeyness.
Allow your Southern Chocolate Cobbler to cool for about 15 minutes before serving. For the ultimate experience, top it off with a scoop of velvety vanilla ice cream. Indulge and enjoy!

This Southern Chocolate Cobbler is a delightful departure from the conventional cobbler, offering a symphony of rich chocolate flavors that are sure to please your taste buds