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Southern Banana Cobbler Recipe

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  • Author: Matteo
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This Southern Banana Cobbler is a comforting, homestyle dessert featuring ripe bananas baked in a lightly sweetened batter. With a golden brown, slightly crisp top and soft, flavorful interior, it’s perfect for sharing with family or friends. Easy to prepare and requiring just simple pantry ingredients, this classic cobbler makes a delightful treat any time of year.

Ingredients

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Fruits

  • 4 medium ripe bananas

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare the Dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish thoroughly with butter or nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mash the Bananas: Peel the ripe bananas and place them in a mixing bowl. Use a fork to mash them until mostly smooth, but leave a few lumps for texture.
  3. Combine Bananas with Wet Ingredients: Melt the butter and allow it to cool slightly to avoid cooking the eggs or milk prematurely. Pour the melted butter over the mashed bananas, then add the milk. Stir gently to combine all the wet ingredients evenly.
  4. Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle the sugar and flour evenly over the banana mixture. Use a whisk or fork to stir the mixture gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cobbler light and tender.
  5. Bake the Cobbler: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown, bubbly around the edges, and the center is set.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the cobbler from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes to set further and make serving easier. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas with brown spots for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender crumb.
  • This cobbler is delicious served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a lighter version, substitute whole milk with almond milk or another milk alternative.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Keywords: banana cobbler, southern dessert, baked banana dessert, easy cobbler recipe, comfort food

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