Southern Banana Cobbler
A warm and comforting Southern classic, this dessert combines ripe bananas with a spiced cinnamon-nutmeg base and a golden cobbler topping. The perfect balance of sweet, tender fruit and crispy topping is ideal for family gatherings or cozy evenings.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
- 4–5 ripe bananas, sliced
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F)
- Lightly grease a baking dish with butter
- Combine sliced bananas, brown sugar, ¼ cup granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a bowl
- Transfer banana mixture to the greased baking dish and spread evenly
- In another bowl, whisk flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt
- Stir milk into the dry ingredients until a smooth batter forms
- Pour melted butter evenly over the banana layer
- Carefully pour the batter over the butter and banana mixture without stirring
- Bake for 40 minutes until golden brown and bubbly
- Let cool slightly before serving
Notes
Leftovers taste even better the next day
Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (optional)
Ensure batter is smooth before pouring
Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (optional)
Ensure batter is smooth before pouring