Ingredients
- Ripe Bananas
- All-Purpose Flour
- Sugar
- Baking Powder
- Salt
- Milk
- Butter
- Cinnamon
- Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare Your Bananas: Peel the ripe bananas and slice them into even pieces. Place them in a bowl and lightly mash them with a fork. You want some chunks for texture but not completely pureed! Sprinkle with cinnamon to enhance their natural sweetness and set aside while you prepare the dough.
- Step 2: Make the Batter: In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate measuring cup, combine milk and melted butter, then mix these wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy—don't overmix!
- Step 3: Assemble the Cobbler: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour half of the batter into a greased baking dish. Evenly distribute the mashed bananas over this layer, then pour the remaining batter on top. Don’t worry if it looks messy; it’ll all come together beautifully as it bakes!
- Step 4: Bake to Perfection: Place your assembled cobbler in the preheated oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top. You can check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with just a few crumbs attached!
- Step 5: Serve Warm with Ice Cream!: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly—if you can resist! Serve warm with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. The contrast of warm cobbler against cold ice cream creates an irresistible treat!
Notes
- For optimal freshness, store any leftover Southern Banana Cobbler in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- To reheat, gently warm individual servings in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds, or until just warmed through, to preserve its delightful texture.
- Elevate your serving by adding a drizzle of caramel sauce or a sprinkle of chopped nuts on top of the vanilla ice cream for extra flavor and crunch!
- For a richer taste, consider browning the butter before adding it to the batter; this will impart a nutty flavor that complements the bananas beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American