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Southern Banana Cobbler Dessert

Southern Banana Cobbler Dessert: Cozy & Irresistibly Gooey

Indulge in this Southern Banana Cobbler Dessert, a gooey blend of cake, pudding, and pie that's sure to satisfy your cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 5 ripe bananas, sliced The riper, the better for natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust to taste for less sweetness.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted Substitute with salted butter if necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Add nutmeg for extra warmth if desired.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
Batter
  • 1 cup self-rising flour Swap for gluten-free flour blend if needed.
  • 1 cup whole milk Non-dairy milk can be used as a variation.
  • ½ cup sugar Adjust based on preference.
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg Optional for a hint of spice.
Serving
  • Toppings Consider vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, chopped pecans, or walnuts, with a drizzle of caramel.

Equipment

  • oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Combine sliced ripe bananas, granulated sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt in a mixing bowl and set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together self-rising flour, whole milk, sugar, and ground nutmeg until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and spoon the banana filling over it carefully.
  5. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
  6. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers tightly covered in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

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