Irresistible Bananas Foster Cobbler Recipe
This Irresistible Bananas Foster Cobbler combines caramelized bananas with a tender, fluffy cobbler topping, baked until golden and bubbly. Perfect as a warm dessert served with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, it offers a delightful balance of sweet bananas, cinnamon spice, and buttery richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Banana Layer
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Cobbler Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Caramelize Bananas: In a bowl, toss the sliced bananas with the brown sugar and cinnamon until the bananas are well coated, enhancing their natural sweetness and infusing warm spice flavors.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt to combine the leavening and seasoning evenly throughout the batter.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and an additional 1/4 cup of brown sugar (from typical recipes to balance the sweetness) until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
- Form Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cobbler texture.
- Assemble Cobbler: Pour half of the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish, then layer the caramelized bananas on top, and finally pour the remaining batter over the bananas, spreading gently to cover them.
- Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the cobbler is golden brown on top and bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cobbler to cool slightly for about 10 minutes to set before serving. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for best enjoyment.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm bananas to prevent them from turning mushy during baking.
- Vanilla extract is an essential ingredient for added aroma and flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cobbler light and tender.
- Serve immediately after cooling slightly; leftovers can be reheated gently.
- Optional: Add a splash of rum or banana liqueur to the banana mixture for a more authentic Bananas Foster flavor.
Keywords: Bananas Foster, Cobler, Dessert, Baked Banana Dessert, Cinnamon Banana Cobbler, Comfort Food
