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Southern Banana Cobbler

Southern Banana Cobbler That Will Warm Your Heart

This Southern Banana Cobbler is a comforting dessert that combines ripe bananas with a tender, buttery batter, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 medium Ripe Bananas The riper, the better
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on taste
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Can substitute with almond extract
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Optional
  • ¼ tsp Salt
For the Batter
  • 1 cup Self-Rising Flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour, baking powder and salt
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with buttermilk
  • ½ cup Sugar Adjust based on taste
  • ½ tsp Ground Nutmeg Optional
Toppings
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Ice Cream For serving
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream For serving
  • ½ cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Optional
  • to taste Caramel Drizzle For serving

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • baking dish
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine sliced bananas, granulated sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Toss gently.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together self-rising flour, whole milk, additional sugar, and nutmeg until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish, then spoon the banana mixture on top without stirring.
  5. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and edges are bubbly.
  6. Allow the cobbler to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and do not stir after layering the batter and banana mixture to ensure a gooey center and crispy top.

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