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A delicious and easy-to-make banana cobbler featuring ripe bananas and soft cream cheese swirled in a tender, cake-like texture, perfect for family dinners or cozy nights.

  • Total Time: 55-60 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Slice the ripe bananas.
  3. Beat the softened cream cheese in a small bowl until smooth and set aside.
  4. Whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon in a large bowl.
  5. Whisk the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla in a separate bowl until blended.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently just until combined.
  7. Spoon half of the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
  8. Arrange the banana slices over the batter in an even layer.
  9. Drop dollops of the creamed cheese over the bananas.
  10. Gently spread the remaining batter over the bananas and cream cheese.
  11. Bake 40–45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  12. Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is soft to avoid lumps., Baking times may vary; start checking a few minutes early., Use extra ripe bananas for best flavor and sweetness., Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence., You can mix fresh berries into the batter for variation., Add rum for a tropical twist., Substitute half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option., Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen up to one month., To reheat, use oven (325°F, 15-25 mins) or microwave (30-60 seconds)., Cobbler can be made a day ahead, refrigerated, and then baked or reheated before serving., Eggs can be replaced with applesauce or mashed banana for an egg-free version., Mascarpone cheese can substitute cream cheese for a richer flavor.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: Approximately 320 calories per serving
  • Fat: 12 grams per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 45 grams per serving
  • Protein: 6 grams per serving