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Bananas Foster Cobbler Recipe

4.5 from 93 reviews

This Bananas Foster Cobbler is a decadent dessert combining the rich flavors of ripe bananas, brown sugar, cinnamon, and walnuts with a creamy cream cheese topping. Baked to golden perfection, it’s a comforting and crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cobbler Base

  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Filling

  • 4 very ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 cup walnuts, chopped

Cream Cheese Topping

  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius) and spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with baking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Add melted butter: Pour the melted butter evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a buttery base for the cobbler.
  3. Mix dry and wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, flour, white sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until you have a smooth batter.
  4. Assemble base layers: Carefully pour the batter mixture over the melted butter in the baking dish, ensuring an even layer.
  5. Add bananas and walnuts: Distribute the sliced ripe bananas and chopped walnuts evenly over the batter layer in the dish.
  6. Prepare cream cheese topping: Microwave the cream cheese just until warm and slightly softened. Then stir in the large egg, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  7. Add cream cheese dollops: Spoon the cream cheese mixture in small pockets over the banana and walnut layer to add rich creamy bursts throughout the cobbler.
  8. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cobbler is cooked through.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
  • Microwaving the cream cheese slightly warms it, making it easier to combine with the other ingredients.
  • Spray the baking dish thoroughly to avoid sticking and ease serving.
  • Check the cobbler for doneness by ensuring the top is golden and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Keywords: Bananas Foster, Cobbler, Banana dessert, Cream cheese topping, Walnut cobbler, Easy baked dessert