Southern Banana Cobbler

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Difficulty: Easy
Intensity: Moderate (requires some mixing and baking)

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Ingredients

For the Banana Filling:

• 4 ripe bananas, sliced into ½-inch rounds

• ½ cup (100g) packed brown sugar

• ¼ cup (60ml) pure maple syrup or honey

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (to prevent browning)

For the Cobbler Topping:

• 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour

• ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ½ cup (120ml) milk (whole or buttermilk preferred)

• ¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Crumb Topping (Optional):

• ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour

• ¼ cup (50g) brown sugar

• 2 tablespoons cold butter, cubed

• ¼ cup (25g) chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Grease a 9×9-inch (or similar) baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2: Make the Banana Filling

1. In a large bowl, combine sliced bananas, brown sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.

2. Toss gently to coat bananas evenly.

3. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.

Step 3: Prepare the Cobbler Topping

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

2. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir until just combined (do not overmix).

3. Pour batter evenly over the banana mixture.

Step 4: Optional Crumb Topping

1. In a small bowl, mix flour and brown sugar.

2. Cut in cold butter with a fork or fingers until crumbly.

3. Sprinkle over the cobbler batter, along with chopped nuts (if using).

Step 5: Bake the Cobbler

1. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

2. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Step 6: Serve Warm

• Best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

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Tips & Variations

• Riper bananas = sweeter cobbler! If bananas aren’t very ripe, add an extra tablespoon of sugar.

• Add-ins: Chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or a dash of rum extract for extra flavor.

• Make it gluten-free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

• Storage: Keep leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.

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Final Thoughts

This Southern Banana Cobbler is a comforting, old-fashioned dessert that’s perfect for using up ripe bananas. The buttery, caramelized bananas pair perfectly with the tender cobbler topping, making it an irresistible treat!