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Banana Bread Cobbler Recipe

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This Comforting Banana Bread Cobbler recipe combines the soft, cake-like texture of banana bread with the easy, rustic charm of a cobbler. With ripe bananas, a buttery base, a cinnamon-sugar topping, and optional nuts and chocolate chips, this dessert offers sweet banana pockets and crisp edges perfect for cozy gatherings or a simple treat.

Ingredients

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Batter Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter (113g), melted
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk (240ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings and Add-ins

  • 3 ripe bananas, sliced
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar (100g)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour the melted butter into a 9×13-inch baking dish, tilting it to spread the butter evenly over the bottom, which will create a rich base for the cobbler.
  2. Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the milk and vanilla extract while whisking until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  3. Pour Batter into Dish: Pour the batter over the melted butter in the baking dish without stirring. This layering allows the batter to rise and interact with the butter, creating a cake-like texture with crisp edges.
  4. Add Bananas: Evenly spread the sliced ripe bananas over the top of the batter. The bananas will sink slightly during baking, adding moist pockets of banana flavor throughout the cobbler.
  5. Add Toppings: Combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl, then sprinkle this mixture generously over the bananas and batter. If using, scatter the chopped walnuts or pecans and chocolate chips evenly on top.
  6. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the cobbler is golden brown and bubbling around the edges. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick near the center; it should come out mostly clean, with moist crumbs but no raw batter.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool for 10 to 15 minutes to set before scooping into bowls. It is best served warm for maximum comfort and flavor.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Do not stir once the batter is poured over the melted butter; this is key to achieving the cobbler’s texture.
  • Walnuts or pecans and chocolate chips are optional but add extra texture and richness.
  • Allowing the cobbler to rest after baking helps it set, making it easier to serve.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.

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