Southern Banana Cobbler: The Ultimate Comfort Dessert

Southern Banana Cobbler: The Ultimate Comfort Dessert

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 40 min Total Time: 55 min
Yield: 8 servings Category: Desserts And Drinks Cuisine: Southern Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Description A simple yet elegant banana cobbler with a creamy custard and a buttery crumb topping, perfect for weeknight treats or potlucks.

Ingredients

  • 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
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers or graham crackers
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving
  • Extra sliced bananas for garnish
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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the condensed milk, whole milk, heavy cream, egg yolks, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
  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 over the banana layer.
  7. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until golden and set.
  8. Let cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving with whipped cream and extra bananas.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. For variations, you can add chocolate chips or nuts, and use gluten-free substitutes if desired.