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Southern Banana Cobbler: The Ultimate Comfort Dessert


  • Author: Melissa
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

A creamy Southern dessert with layers of sweet bananas, custard filling, and a buttery crumb topping. Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.


Ingredients

For the Filling:

– 5 ripe bananas, sliced

– 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

– 1 cup whole milk

– 1 cup heavy cream

– 3 large egg yolks

– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

– ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

For the Topping:

– 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers or graham crackers

– ½ cup all-purpose flour

– ½ cup brown sugar

– ½ cup butter, melted

For Serving:

– Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

– Extra sliced bananas for garnish


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

 

2. In a bowl, whisk condensed milk, whole milk, heavy cream, egg yolks, vanilla, and cinnamon.

 

3. Place sliced bananas in a 9×13 inch baking dish.

 

4. Pour the custard mixture over the bananas.

 

5. In a separate bowl, mix crushed wafers, flour, brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly.

 

6. Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the banana layer.

 

7. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and set.

 

8. Let cool for 10-15 minutes. Serve with whipped cream and extra bananas.

Notes

– Use ripe but firm bananas for best texture.

– Add chopped nuts to the topping for crunch.

– Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

 

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking

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