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Close-up of a serving of Banana Cobbler with Crunchy Streusel Topping, garnished with fresh banana slices and pecans.

Banana Cobbler with Crunchy Streusel Topping

This banana cobbler is perfect for anyone craving a warm, comforting dessert with simple ingredients. The soft banana filling paired with a crunchy streusel topping makes it visually inviting and ideal for Pinterest.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 560
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the topping
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup old fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
For the filling
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 4 ripe bananas sliced

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Fork
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9 by 9 inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, and softened butter, mixing with a fork until crumbly.
  3. Stir in oats and chopped pecans to form the streusel topping, then set aside.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and milk until smooth.
  5. Add melted butter and vanilla flavoring, stirring until fully combined.
  6. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  7. Arrange sliced bananas evenly over the batter without stirring.
  8. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the bananas.
  9. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
  10. Allow to cool slightly before serving for the best texture.

Notes

Use ripe bananas with brown spots for the sweetest flavor and best texture.