Description
Indulge in the warmth and sweetness of Southern Banana Cobbler, a comforting dessert that combines ripe bananas with a buttery, golden biscuit topping. This Southern twist on classic cobbler is simple to make and delivers big flavors with every bite. Perfect for a family gathering or an after-dinner treat, this dessert is a great way to use up ripe bananas in a delicious way!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter (1 stick), melted
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional, for extra flavor)
- Ice cream or whipped cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or an 8×8-inch square dish with butter or cooking spray.
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Prepare the Bananas:
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced bananas with brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt.
- Let it sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the sugar to dissolve and the bananas to release some juice.
- Pour the banana mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
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Make the Biscuit Topping:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, white sugar, and nutmeg (if using).
- Stir in the milk and vanilla extract, then pour in the melted butter. Stir until just combined – the batter will be slightly thick.
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Assemble the Cobbler:
- Spoon dollops of the biscuit batter over the banana mixture in the baking dish.
- Spread the batter gently with a spoon, but it’s okay if it doesn’t cover the entire surface.
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Bake:
- Bake the cobbler in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the biscuit portion comes out clean.
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Serve:
- Let the cobbler cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on top, if desired.
Notes
- The cobbler is best enjoyed fresh, but it can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For extra flavor, add a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans to the banana mixture before baking.
- You can substitute the milk with almond milk or coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg