Warm, Buttery Comfort with a Crispy Sugar Crust
Why This Cobbler is Special
🍌 Ripe bananas caramelize into jammy perfection
🧈 Buttery, crisp topping with a tender center
⏱ Ready in under 1 hour – faster than pie
🏡 Smells like grandma’s kitchen while baking
Ingredients
Fruit Layer
4-5 ripe bananas, sliced
½ cup (100g) brown sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp cinnamon
Batter Topping
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
½ cup (120ml) milk
½ cup (115g) melted butter
Crispy Finish
¼ cup (50g) sugar (for sprinkling)
½ cup (120ml) boiling water
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Bananas
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Toss banana slices with brown sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, and cinnamon.
- Spread in 9×9″ baking dish.
2. Make the Batter
- Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in milk and melted butter until just combined.
- Pour over bananas (don’t stir).
3. Bake to Perfection
- Sprinkle with remaining sugar.
- Carefully pour boiling water over back of spoon onto cobbler (don’t stir!).
- Bake 40-45 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Pro Tips
🍯 Extra richness: Add 1 tbsp bourbon to bananas
🔥 Crispier top: Broil last 2 minutes (watch closely!)
🍦 Serve warm with vanilla ice cream
Serving Suggestions
🥥 Top with toasted coconut
☕ Pair with cold milk or coffee
🎁 Great for potlucks in mason jars
“Like banana pudding’s rustic cousin – but better!” 🍌✨
Storage: Keeps 2 days covered at room temp. Reheat before serving.