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Southern Banana Cobbler

Southern Banana Cobbler: Your New Favorite Comfort Dessert

Southern Banana Cobbler is a comforting dessert featuring layers of sweet bananas and buttery crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4-5 ripe bananas sliced
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar adjust based on banana ripeness
  • 0.25 cup light brown sugar can substitute with dark brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice lime juice can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg can be omitted
  • 1 pinch salt
For the Topping
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup cold buttermilk or substitute with milk and vinegar
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar optional for topping
For Serving
  • 1 cup whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Spatula
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Bananas: Peel and slice 4-5 ripe bananas into 1/4-inch thick pieces. Place into a large bowl.
  2. Combine Filling Ingredients: Add granulated sugar, light brown sugar, melted butter, water, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the bananas. Gently toss until well combined.
  3. Let it Sit: Allow the mixture to rest for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Add Wet Ingredients: Mix buttermilk, remaining melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Combine Wet and Dry: Gently fold the wet and dry mixtures together until just combined.
  7. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Prepare Baking Dish: Pour the banana filling into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread evenly. Top with cobbler mixture.
  9. Sprinkle Sugar: Sprinkle turbinado sugar on top, if using.
  10. Bake: Bake for 35-45 minutes, until golden brown and set.
  11. Cool Slightly: Allow to cool for 15-20 minutes before serving.
  12. Serve: Scoop portions and serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use overripe bananas and avoid overmixing the batter.

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