Southern Banana Cobbler

 

Ingredients:

For the Streusel Topping:

¾ cup packed light brown sugar

½ cup self-rising flour

½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

1 cup uncooked old-fashioned oats

½ cup chopped pecans

For the Cobbler 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:

Preheat & Prepare:

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Grease a 2-quart (or 9x9-inch) baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Make the Streusel Topping:

In a bowl, use a fork to mix the brown sugar, flour, and softened butter until crumbly.

Stir in oats and chopped pecans. Set aside.

Prepare the Cobbler Base:

In a medium bowl, whisk together self-rising flour, sugar, and milk until blended.

Whisk in melted butter.

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Assemble the Cobbler:

Evenly layer the sliced bananas on top of the batter.

Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the bananas.

Bake:

Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the cobbler is set.

Serve & Enjoy:

Let cool slightly before serving.

Optional: Serve with vanilla ice cream and extra banana slices for an indulgent treat.

This Southern Banana Cobbler is a delicious twist on a classic, combining the flavors of banana bread and a warm fruit crisp in one irresistible dessert!