Banana Cobbler with Pecan Oat Topping Recipe
This Banana Cobbler recipe features a delightful combination of ripe bananas layered under a sweet, buttery streusel topping made with oats and pecans. Baked to golden perfection, it offers a comforting dessert with a tender, moist banana filling and a crunchy, nutty topping, perfect for a cozy family treat or an impressive yet simple dessert for guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
For the Topping:
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup self-rising flour
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup uncooked old-fashioned oats
- ½ cup chopped pecans
For the Filling:
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a 2-quart or 9×9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Make the Streusel Topping: In a bowl, use a fork to combine the brown sugar, self-rising flour, and softened butter until the mixture becomes crumbly. Next, stir in the oats and chopped pecans evenly, then set this streusel mixture aside.
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the self-rising flour, sugar, and milk just until well blended. Then, whisk in the melted butter until fully incorporated. Pour this batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Layer the Bananas: Arrange the sliced ripe bananas evenly on top of the batter in the baking dish, creating a generous layer.
- Add Streusel Topping: Crumble the prepared streusel mixture evenly over the banana layer, covering it completely to ensure a crunchy top crust.
- Bake the Cobbler: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the cobbler is golden brown and the filling is set, with no jiggle in the center.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and extra banana slices for added indulgence.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, omit the pecans from the streusel topping or substitute with sunflower seeds.
- Use ripe bananas for optimal sweetness and flavor.
- You can make the cobbler a few hours ahead and reheat gently before serving.
- Self-rising flour can be substituted by combining all-purpose flour with baking powder and salt if needed.
- This cobbler is best served warm and fresh but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
