A rich, gooey, and comforting dessert made with sweet bananas, soft cake-like layers, and a caramelized top — perfect served warm!
📝 Ingredients
- 4 ripe bananas (sliced)
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
- 1 cup (240ml) milk
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F)
- Grease a baking dish
Step 2: Prepare Banana Layer
- Slice bananas
- Spread evenly in the baking dish
Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
In a bowl:
- Combine milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract
Step 4: Mix Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, combine:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Cinnamon
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
Step 5: Make Batter
- Add dry ingredients into wet mixture
- Mix until smooth batter forms
Step 6: Assemble the Cobbler
- Pour batter over bananas evenly
👉 Do not stir — layers will form while baking
Step 7: Bake
- Bake for 40–45 minutes
- Top should be golden and slightly crisp
Step 8: Cool & Serve
- Let cool for 10–15 minutes
- Serve warm
👉 Best with:
- Vanilla ice cream 🍨
- Whipped cream
✅ Tips for Perfect Banana Cobbler
- Use very ripe bananas for sweetness
- Do not mix after pouring batter
- Serve warm for best taste
- Add nuts for extra crunch
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Why is my cobbler soggy?
Too much liquid or underbaking can cause this.
2. Can I reduce sugar?
Yes, but it may affect caramelization and flavor.
3. Can I add nuts?
Yes! Walnuts or pecans work great.
4. How do I store leftovers?
- Refrigerate up to 3–4 days
- Reheat before serving
5. Can I freeze it?
Yes:
- Store in airtight container
- Freeze up to 2 months
6. Can I use other fruits?
Yes! Try apples, peaches, or berries.
7. Why didn’t layers form?
Batter may have been mixed with bananas — avoid stirring.
