Description
Southern Banana Cobbler is a classic, comforting dessert featuring sweet, spiced bananas topped with a tender, buttery cobbler. Easy to make and perfect for gatherings or family nights, it pairs wonderfully with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
- 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
- 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 (3 ounces) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional Topping: Turbinado sugar, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced bananas, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, water, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Mix gently until bananas are coated.
- Pour banana mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt for the topping.
- Stir in cold buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until just combined. The batter will be slightly lumpy.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cobbler topping over the banana filling, covering as much as possible. Sprinkle turbinado sugar on top if desired.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the topping is golden and set and bananas are bubbly.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Optional spices like allspice or cloves can be added for more warmth.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Southern