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Southern Banana Cobbler

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A simple, comforting Southern banana cobbler recipe perfect for using ripe bananas. This easy homemade dessert features a buttery, flaky topping with warm banana flavor and a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 large ripe bananas, mashed or sliced
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (190g)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (150g)
  • ½ cup brown sugar (100g)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (85g)
  • ¾ cup milk (180ml), whole or 2%
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel and slice or mash the bananas. Toss with lemon juice and set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg if using.
  4. Add melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Fold the bananas into the batter, keeping some texture.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let the cobbler cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil halfway through baking. Use ripe bananas with yellow skin and brown spots for best flavor. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the topping tender. You can prepare the batter ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours, adding a few extra minutes to baking time. Optional additions include chopped pecans or walnuts, fresh berries, or a spoonful of cream cheese folded into the batter.

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