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A rustic pan of Southern banana cobbler with golden-brown crust

Southern Banana Cobbler

This Southern Banana Cobbler recipe is a delightful dessert that combines ripe bananas with a sweet, tender crust. It's easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4-5 medium ripe bananas sliced
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Cobbler Topping
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup milk
For Serving
  • vanilla ice cream or whipped cream optional

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • 8x8 inch baking dish
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Pastry blender or fingertips

Method
 

Prepare the Banana Filling
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, gently toss the sliced bananas with granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and lemon juice until the bananas are evenly coated. Pour the banana mixture into an 8x8 inch baking dish.
Make the Cobbler Topping
  1. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the milk, stirring just until a soft dough forms.
Bake the Cobbler
  1. Drop spoonfuls of the cobbler dough over the banana filling in the baking dish, spreading it slightly to cover most of the bananas. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Let it cool slightly before serving warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg to the banana filling. If you prefer a richer topping, you can brush the dough with a little melted butter before baking. This cobbler is best served warm on the day it's made, but leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.