Irresistibly Moist Banana Bread Cobbler Recipe
This Irresistibly Moist Banana Bread Cobbler combines the comforting flavors of classic banana bread with a unique cobbler twist. Layers of sweet bananas and brown sugar baked with a tender, buttery batter create a luscious dessert that’s both simple to make and delightfully satisfying. The hot water poured over the batter ensures a moist, pudding-like texture beneath a golden crust, perfect for serving warm with a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Fruits & Sweeteners
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
Additional Liquids
- 1 ½ cups hot water
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the milk and vanilla extract into the dry mix, mixing until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Add Butter to Dish: Pour the melted unsalted butter evenly into the prepared baking dish; do not mix with the batter.
- Pour Batter: Carefully pour the smooth batter over the melted butter in the dish without stirring, allowing the batter to sit on top of the butter layer.
- Arrange Bananas: Layer the sliced ripe bananas evenly over the batter to create a flavorful fruit layer.
- Add Brown Sugar: Sprinkle the packed light brown sugar evenly over the bananas, adding sweetness and a rich caramel flavor.
- Pour Hot Water: Slowly pour the 1 ½ cups of hot water gently over the entire mixture without stirring, which allows the cobbler to form its characteristic moist layers during baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 40 to 45 minutes until the top turns golden brown and the cobbler is set.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the cobbler rest for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and texture to set.
Notes
- Do not stir after pouring the hot water over the batter; this is key to achieving the cobbler’s layered texture.
- For an extra indulgent touch, serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Ensure bananas are ripe for maximum sweetness and moisture in the dish.
- Make sure the hot water is really hot when poured to create the pudding-like layer beneath.
- This dessert can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
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