Description
This Easy Banana Cobbler is a warm, inviting dessert that combines the comforting flavors of banana bread with a crispy oat topping. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a delicious treat that feels like a hug on a plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 ounce) yellow cake mix
- 1 cup whole OR 2% milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup butterscotch chips
- 4–5 medium bananas (sliced)
- 1¼ cup packed light brown sugar (divided)
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (if desired)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- Vanilla ice cream and more banana slices for topping (if desired)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). This temperature is perfect for baking the cobbler to golden perfection.
- Prepare the baking pan: Lightly grease a 9×13 baking pan with cooking spray. This will ensure that your cobbler slides out easily once it’s baked.
- Mix the batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, milk, and melted butter. Stir until just combined; avoid over-mixing to keep the batter light and fluffy. Expect a thick consistency.
- Add butterscotch chips: Stir in the butterscotch chips until evenly distributed. These will melt and create bursts of flavor throughout the cobbler.
- Spread the batter: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. The batter will be thick, so use a spatula to smooth it out as needed.
- Layer banana slices: Top the batter evenly with sliced bananas. Don’t worry if they overlap; they will cook down and blend beautifully.
- Prepare the cinnamon topping: In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup brown sugar, ½ cup warm water, and cinnamon until dissolved. Slowly drizzle this mixture over the banana slices, making sure to cover them well.
- Mix the crumble: In a medium bowl, combine oats, flour, baking powder, walnuts (if using), softened butter, and the remaining ¾ cup brown sugar. Use a fork to mix until crumbly. This will form a delicious topping.
- Sprinkle the topping: Evenly sprinkle the oat mixture over the bananas, ensuring every bite will have that sweet crunch.
- Bake the cobbler: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. Look for a golden brown top and bubbling edges to know it’s ready.
- Cool and serve: Remove from oven and let cool for 20 minutes before serving. This cooling time allows the flavors to meld. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and additional banana slices for a delightful finish.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40-45 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness; they should have brown spots for the best flavor. Avoid underripe bananas as they won’t provide the same level of sweetness. For a healthier version, consider using whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour and reducing the amount of brown sugar by a quarter.