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Indulgent Southern Banana Cobbler

This Indulgent Southern Banana Cobbler transforms overripe bananas into a comforting dessert with a tender custard-like filling and a nut-studded streusel topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 4 medium Ripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Self-Rising Flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • 1 cup Milk Use plant milk for vegan option.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Chill slightly before cutting for streusel.
Streusel Topping Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Oats (Old-Fashioned) Increase oats by 1/4 cup for nut-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Toast for deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Banana Extract Optional, enhances banana aroma.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  2. Mix the streusel topping by combining light brown sugar, self-rising flour, and softened butter until coarse crumbs form. Stir in oats and chopped pecans, then set aside.
  3. Prepare the filling by whisking together granulated sugar, self-rising flour, and milk until just combined.
  4. Add melted butter, mix well, and transfer to the greased baking dish.
  5. Layer sliced bananas evenly over the filling.
  6. Sprinkle the prepared streusel topping generously over the bananas.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45–50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
  2. Cool slightly before serving; optionally serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

For an added twist, sprinkle with cinnamon before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.