Delightful Bananas Foster Cobbler (Printable Version)
Warm cobbler with caramelized bananas, brown sugar, and a golden biscuit topping for a cozy treat.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Banana Filling
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4 ripe bananas, sliced
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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3/4 cup packed brown sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1 tablespoon dark rum (optional)
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Pinch of salt
→ Cobbler Topping
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
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1/2 cup buttermilk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Steps to Cook:
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Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
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Melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced bananas and cook 3-4 minutes until softened and starting to caramelize.
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Stir in brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cook an additional 2-3 minutes until sugar dissolves and mixture is syrupy.
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If using, carefully add dark rum and cook 1-2 minutes to burn off alcohol. Stir well and let filling bubble slightly before removing from heat.
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Pour warm banana filling evenly into prepared baking dish.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt.
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Add cold cubed butter to dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or fingers, blend until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
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Stir in buttermilk and vanilla extract until dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing; the dough should be slightly sticky but firm.
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Spoon cobbler topping evenly over banana filling, leaving some filling exposed if necessary.
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Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in topping comes out clean.
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Let the cobbler rest 5-10 minutes to thicken before serving warm.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness; overripe bananas enhance caramel flavor.
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Avoid overmixing cobbler dough to maintain a light, tender topping.
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This dessert is best enjoyed warm, fresh from the oven.
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Banana filling can be prepared ahead and refrigerated until assembling.
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For gluten-free variation, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend and ensure baking powder is gluten-free.