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Southern Banana Cobbler

A warm, comforting Southern classic featuring sweet caramelized bananas nestled in a buttery, golden crust. Easy to make and perfect with vanilla ice cream.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter & Base
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup milk whole milk is best
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Filling & Topping
  • 3-4 bananas sliced
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp nutmeg

Equipment

  • 9x13 Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the butter in a 9x13 inch baking dish and put it in the oven to melt.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the self-rising flour and granulated sugar.
  3. Add the milk and vanilla extract to the flour mixture. Whisk slowly until smooth and combined.
  4. Remove the hot baking dish from the oven once butter is melted. Pour the batter directly over the melted butter. Do not stir.
  5. Slice the bananas and arrange them on top of the batter. Do not stir.
  6. In a small cup, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the bananas.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the center is set.
  8. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving warm.

Notes

If you don't have self-rising flour, mix 1 cup all-purpose flour with 1.5 tsp baking powder and 1/4 tsp salt.