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Easy Southern Banana Cobbler

Easy Southern Banana Cobbler for Heartwarming Comfort Desserts

This Easy Southern Banana Cobbler is a delightful comfort dessert that blends sweet bananas and a flaky topping, perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Filling
  • 4 ripe Ripe Bananas Well-ripened for best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Melted and slightly cooled.
  • 2 tablespoons Water
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Prevents bananas from browning.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can substitute with nutmeg.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional for added flavor.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can replace with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk and vinegar.
  • 2 tablespoons Turbinado Sugar Optional for crunchy finish.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream or Vanilla Ice Cream For topping.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice bananas and toss with granulated sugar, brown sugar, butter, water, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt; let sit for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Fold wet mixture into dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  6. Pour banana filling into a greased baking dish and dollop batter on top.
  7. If desired, sprinkle turbinado sugar over the batter.
  8. Bake for 35-45 minutes until topping is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let the cobbler cool for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best experience, optionally topped with whipped cream or ice cream.

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