Southern Banana Cobbler (Printable version)
Caramelized bananas bake under a golden, buttery crust for the ultimate comfort treat.
# What you'll need:
→ Filling
01 - 4 ripe bananas, sliced
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
04 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
05 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
07 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
08 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
09 - Pinch of salt
→ Cobbler Topping
10 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
11 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
12 - 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
13 - 1/2 tsp salt
14 - 1/2 cup whole milk
15 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
16 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Optional Garnish
17 - Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
02 - In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add sliced bananas, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and salt. Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring gently, until bananas are softened and the mixture is saucy. Remove from heat.
03 - Spread the banana mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
04 - Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir until just combined.
05 - Spoon the batter over the bananas. Gently spread with a spatula, leaving some areas exposed.
06 - Bake for 35–40 minutes until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
07 - Let cool for 10–15 minutes. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The golden, buttery crust soaks up the banana juices creating layers of texture.
- It uses simple pantry staples you likely already have on hand right now.
02 -
- Do not overmix the batter or the cobbler topping will become tough and rubbery.
- Lining your oven rack with foil helps catch any sugary drips that might bubble over.
03 -
- Pour the batter slowly over the hot fruit to help it rise evenly as it bakes.
- Let the cobbler rest for at least 10 minutes before serving so the sauce thickens up.