Name: Maple Ginger Caramel Banana Cobbler With Toasted Oat Almond Crumble
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Bananas (500g / 1lb, sliced): Ripe but firm bananas are best.; Granulated Sugar (150g / ⅔ cup): For sweetness and caramelization.; Light Brown Sugar (60g / ⅓ cup total): Adds molasses flavor.; Maple Syrup (4 Tbsp): Provides warm sweetness.; Freshly Grated Ginger (1.5 tsp): Adds a spicy kick.; Ground Cinnamon (¼ tsp + pinch): Enhances flavor.; Ground Nutmeg (¼ tsp): Adds warm aroma.; Vanilla Extract (1 tsp): Enhances sweetness.; Unsalted Butter (45g / 3 Tbsp): Adds richness.; All-Purpose Flour (200g / 1 ¾ cup): Base of the batter.; Baking Powder (1 tsp): Leavening agent.; Salt (¼ tsp): Balances sweetness.; Whole Milk (180ml / ¾ cup): Adds moisture.; Rolled Oats (100g / 1 cup): Adds texture to crumble.; Sliced Almonds (50g / ½ cup, toasted): Provides crunch.

Description

This Maple Ginger Caramel Banana Cobbler is a comforting dessert featuring sweet caramelized bananas, warming ginger, and a crunchy toasted oat almond crumble. It’s perfect for a chilly evening and easy to share.

Ingredients

Bananas (500g / 1lb, sliced): Ripe but firm bananas are best.
Granulated Sugar (150g / ⅔ cup): For sweetness and caramelization.
Light Brown Sugar (60g / ⅓ cup total): Adds molasses flavor.
Maple Syrup (4 Tbsp): Provides warm sweetness.
Freshly Grated Ginger (1.5 tsp): Adds a spicy kick.
Ground Cinnamon (¼ tsp + pinch): Enhances flavor.
Ground Nutmeg (¼ tsp): Adds warm aroma.
Vanilla Extract (1 tsp): Enhances sweetness.
Unsalted Butter (45g / 3 Tbsp): Adds richness.
All-Purpose Flour (200g / 1 ¾ cup): Base of the batter.
Baking Powder (1 tsp): Leavening agent.
Salt (¼ tsp): Balances sweetness.
Whole Milk (180ml / ¾ cup): Adds moisture.
Rolled Oats (100g / 1 cup): Adds texture to crumble.
Sliced Almonds (50g / ½ cup, toasted): Provides crunch.

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Instructions

Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and butter a 23cm (9-inch) baking dish.
Macerate Bananas: Combine bananas, sugar, maple syrup, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and butter; let sit 15 minutes.
Prepare Batter: Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually stir in milk.
Assemble Cobbler: Spread banana mixture in dish, pour batter over, leaving some bananas visible.
Craft Crumble: Combine oats, almonds, brown sugar, salt, and butter until crumbly.
Top & Bake: Sprinkle crumble over batter and bake 35-40 minutes, until golden brown.
Make Drizzle: Warm maple syrup, ginger, and salt for 2 minutes.
Cool & Serve: Let rest 5 minutes, drizzle with sauce, and serve warm.

Notes

Toasting the almonds enhances their flavor. Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a tough cobbler.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 25 g
Sodium: 150 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 30 mg