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Banana Cobbler Recipe

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This Banana Cobbler recipe features a deliciously moist banana filling topped with a crunchy streusel made from oats, pecans, and brown sugar. Baked to golden perfection, it’s a comforting dessert perfect for banana lovers seeking a cozy treat.

Ingredients

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For the Topping:

  • ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
  • ½ cup self-rising flour
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup uncooked old-fashioned oats
  • ½ cup chopped pecans

For the Filling:

  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons banana extract (optional)
  • ½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted
  • 4 ripe bananas, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly spray a 2-quart or 9×9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare the Streusel Topping: In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, self-rising flour, and softened butter. Use a fork to stir the mixture until it becomes crumbly. Then add the oats and chopped pecans, mixing to incorporate evenly. Set this mixture aside.
  3. Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the self-rising flour, sugar, and milk until just blended. Stir in the melted butter until fully combined. Pour this batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Add the Bananas: Slice the ripe bananas and arrange them in a single layer on top of the filling mixture within the baking dish.
  5. Top with Streusel: Evenly crumble the streusel topping over the banana layer, covering the entire surface to ensure a crunchy crust after baking.
  6. Bake the Cobbler: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes until the cobbler is golden brown on top and no longer jiggly in the center.
  7. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. For an extra indulgent treat, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and additional banana slices if desired.

Notes

  • This recipe originally used a banana milk product that is no longer available; regular milk can be used as a substitute.
  • For a stronger banana flavor, consider adding about 1 teaspoon of banana extract to the milk or use a banana protein drink instead of regular milk.
  • Ensure bananas are ripe with brown spots to maximize sweetness and flavor.

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