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Southern Banana Cobbler

Southern Banana Cobbler
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Southern Banana Cobbler is a classic Southern dessert combining ripe bananas with a sweet, buttery cobbler topping that is both tender and fluffy. This comforting treat perfectly balances fruity freshness and warm homemade sweetness, making it an irresistible dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Fruit Base

  • 4 to 5 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced into even rounds

Cobbler Topping

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Bananas: Peel and slice the bananas into even rounds. Arrange them evenly in a buttered baking dish to create the fruit base for your cobbler.
  2. Make the Cobbler Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and optional cinnamon and nutmeg. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth but still slightly thick.
  3. Assemble and Bake: Pour the cobbler batter evenly over the bananas in the baking dish. Do not stir. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden and cooked through.
  4. Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool slightly so the flavors meld together. Serve warm, ideally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Notes

  • Use firm ripe bananas to avoid a soggy base.
  • Keep butter cold to ensure a flaky topping texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cobbler light and airy.
  • Bake uncovered to get a crisp topping without steaming.
  • Check for doneness starting at 35 minutes to prevent overbaking.

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