Southern Banana Cobbler with Cinnamon and Vanilla Recipe
This Easy Southern Banana Cobbler features a luscious banana filling spiced with cinnamon and vanilla, topped with a tender, sweet cobbler batter that bakes to golden perfection. A warm and comforting dessert, it's perfect served with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel for an irresistible treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
Filling
- 5 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Cobbler Batter
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Chopped pecans or walnuts
- Caramel drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced ripe bananas, granulated sugar, melted unsalted butter, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt. Gently stir until the bananas are evenly coated with the mixture, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Make the Cobbler Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk together the self-rising flour, whole milk, sugar, and optional ground nutmeg until smooth and well combined, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Assemble the Cobbler: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the banana filling into a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Carefully pour the cobbler batter over the banana mixture, covering it evenly but do not stir.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 55 to 60 minutes, or until the cobbler topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean. The filling should be bubbling slightly at the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cobbler from the oven and let it cool for 10 to 15 minutes to allow the filling to set slightly. Serve warm with optional toppings such as vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Self-rising flour already contains baking powder and salt, so no need to add them separately.
- Ground nutmeg is optional but adds a warm spice note complementing the cinnamon well.
- For a richer cobbler, substitute whole milk with buttermilk or cream.
- This dessert is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently before serving to restore warmth and texture.
