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Southern Banana Cobbler

Southern Banana Cobbler: A Cozy Comfort Food Delight

Southern Banana Cobbler is a nostalgic dessert that delivers comforting flavors with a creamy banana filling and crunchy streusel topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 ripe bananas Choose bananas with brown spots for sweetness.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Helps balance the sweetness of the bananas.
  • 1 cup self-rising flour Substitute with all-purpose flour plus baking powder if needed.
  • 1 cup milk Almond milk or other dairy-free varieties work as substitutes.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Use softened butter for richness.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar Enhanced flavor depth.
  • 1/2 cup self-rising flour Keeps the streusel light and airy.
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats Adds texture; can swap with rolled oats.
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans Omit for a nut-free option.
Optional Flavor Enhancer
  • 1 teaspoon banana extract Intensifies the banana flavor, optional.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 2-quart baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Pastry Cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the light brown sugar and self-rising flour. Cut in softened butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in oats and pecans; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, self-rising flour, and milk until just combined. Stir in melted butter and pour the filling into the baking dish.
  4. Slice the ripe bananas and layer them over the filling evenly.
  5. Sprinkle the streusel topping over the bananas evenly.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the filling is firm.
  7. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving warm, optionally topped with ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Southern Banana Cobbler is versatile, allowing for nut-free and dairy-free variations without sacrificing flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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