Description
This Southern Banana Cobbler is a warm, comforting dessert made with sweet ripe bananas baked under a golden, fluffy cobbler topping. Perfect with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream, it’s a simple Southern-style treat full of cozy flavor.
Ingredients
- For the Banana Filling:
- 6 ripe bananas, sliced (about 1/4 inch thick)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- For the Cobbler Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup buttermilk, cold
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional Topping:
- Turbinado sugar, for sprinkling
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine sliced bananas, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, water, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix gently.
- Pour banana mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined (do not overmix).
- Spoon cobbler batter over the banana mixture evenly (it will spread as it bakes).
- Sprinkle with turbinado sugar if using.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and set.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best sweetness and flavor.
- Do not overmix the topping to keep it light and fluffy.
- Let the cobbler rest for 10–15 minutes before serving for better texture.
- Add a splash of bourbon or rum to the filling for a deeper Southern flavor (optional).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Southern