Southern Banana Cobbler Recipe
The Southern Banana Cobbler Recipe is warm, sweet and full of comfort. It combines ripe bananas with a soft, buttery topping.
Ingredients
- Ripe bananas – 4 medium
- Granulated sugar – ½ cup
- Brown sugar – ¼ cup
- All-purpose flour – 1 cup
- Baking powder – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – ½ teaspoon
- Milk – ½ cup
- Butter melted – 4 tablespoons
- Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon – ½ teaspoon optional
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish with butter. This ensures the cobbler does not stick.
Slice the Bananas
- Peel bananas and slice them into medium pieces. Spread them evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle ¼ cup granulated sugar on top.
Prepare the Batter
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, remaining sugar, milk, melted butter and vanilla. Whisk until smooth and lump-free.
Pour Batter Over Bananas
- Evenly pour the batter over the bananas. Do not stir. The batter will rise around the bananas as it bakes.
Add Cinnamon
- Sprinkle ground cinnamon and brown sugar evenly on top of the batter. This adds a golden color and extra sweetness.
Bake the Cobbler
- Place the baking dish in the oven. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until golden brown. The top should feel firm, and edges should bubble slightly.
Cool Slightly Before Serving
- Let the cobbler cool for 5–10 minutes. Serve warm with ice cream, whipped cream, or enjoy it plain.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best sweetness.
- Do not stir batter over bananas; it bakes better untouched.
- Brown sugar adds extra richness to the topping.
- Let the cobbler rest slightly before serving.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for more flavor if desired.