Homemade Southern Banana Cobbler (Printer-Friendly)
A rich banana filling with a crunchy pecan streusel topping delivers classic Southern comfort.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Topping
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¾ cup packed light brown sugar
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½ cup self-rising flour
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup old-fashioned oats, uncooked
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½ cup chopped pecans
→ Filling
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1 cup self-rising flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup whole milk
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2 teaspoons banana extract (optional)
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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4 ripe bananas, sliced
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 2-quart or 9x9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
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Combine brown sugar, self-rising flour, and softened butter in a bowl and mix with a fork until crumbly. Stir in oats and chopped pecans, then set aside.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together self-rising flour, sugar, and milk until just blended. Whisk in the melted butter until combined, then pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
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Layer sliced bananas evenly over the filling, then crumble the streusel topping evenly on top of the banana layer.
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Bake the dish for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is set without jiggle.
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Allow to cool slightly before serving. Optionally, garnish with vanilla ice cream and additional banana slices if desired.
# Extra Tips:
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Ensure bananas are ripe with brown spots for optimal flavor. Adding banana extract intensifies the banana taste.