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Southern Banana Cobbler Recipe

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4.4 from 108 reviews

This Southern Banana Cobbler is a comforting, easy-to-make dessert featuring ripe bananas topped with a light, fluffy cake-like batter that bakes to golden perfection. It’s perfect served warm with ice cream or caramel sauce for a delightful treat any time of year.

Ingredients

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Banana Base

  • 4 medium ripe bananas

Cobble Batter

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
  2. Prepare Bananas: Peel and slice the bananas evenly, then arrange them at the bottom of the prepared baking dish for an even fruit layer.
  3. Mix Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the whole milk and melted butter until just combined, careful not to overmix to keep the batter light.
  4. Assemble Cobbler: Pour the batter over the sliced bananas in the dish; the batter will float on top, creating a lovely layered effect while baking.
  5. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the cobbler is golden brown on top and set in the center.
  6. Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally topped with ice cream or drizzled with caramel sauce for an extra indulgence.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm bananas for best texture and sweetness.
  • Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are okay.
  • For a richer flavor, try using browned butter instead of melted butter.
  • Serve with vanilla ice cream or fresh whipped cream for an extra special dessert.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated before serving.

Keywords: banana cobbler, southern dessert, baked banana dessert, comfort food, easy banana cobbler