Southern Banana Cobbler
Southern Banana Cobbler is a comforting dessert that perfectly blends sweet, ripe bananas with warm spices and a buttery crust. This delightful treat is not only easy to make but also evokes cherished family memories, making it ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an irresistible finish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 9
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 3–4 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch baking dish.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until slightly chunky.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Add melted butter and milk to the dry mixture, then mix in the mashed bananas until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating walnuts or pecans into the batter. If you prefer a gluten-free version, swap all-purpose flour with almond flour or a gluten-free alternative.