Description
This cobbler layers tender banana rounds under a pillowy vanilla-tinged batter, streaked with sweet cream cheese. Baked until golden and bubbling, it fills the kitchen with warm banana aroma and yields a custardy bite.
Ingredients
- 3 large bananas sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease an 8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl combine the banana slices with granulated sugar and cinnamon, then spread them evenly in the prepared dish.
- In another bowl whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl beat the egg, milk, and melted butter until well combined, then pour into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter evenly over the bananas in the baking dish.
- In a small bowl beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the batter and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
- Use ripe bananas for best sweetness and flavor
- Feel free to adjust cinnamon or add a pinch of nutmeg for variation
- Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator and reheat before serving