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Southern Banana Cobbler

Southern Banana Cobbler: Your Cozy Dessert for Any Occasion

Southern Banana Cobbler is a delightful dessert that brings cozy flavors reminiscent of Grandma's kitchen, perfect for any gathering or indulgent evening.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 medium Ripe Bananas Yellow bananas with brown spots for sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Reduce for less sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Melted for better incorporation.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust based on preference.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Use kosher or table salt.
For the Batter
  • 1 cup Self-Rising Flour Do not substitute with all-purpose flour.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can be substituted with non-dairy milk.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional.
For Serving (Optional Toppings)
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Ice Cream For serving.
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Optional topping.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Pecans or walnuts.
  • 1/4 cup Caramel Drizzle For a sweet finishing touch.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • cooking spray or butter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced ripe bananas, granulated sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together self-rising flour, whole milk, additional sugar, and ground nutmeg until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish, then spoon the banana mixture over the top without stirring.
  5. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and edges are bubbling.
  6. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving warm, preferably with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Don’t overmix the batter to keep it fluffy. Allow to cool before serving for better flavor.

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