Step 1 – Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.

Step 2 – Prepare the banana filling
In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced bananas, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Stir gently until bananas are well coated. Set aside to allow the sugar to slightly dissolve.

Step 3 – Mix the cobbler batter
In a separate bowl, whisk together the self-rising flour, milk, sugar, and optional nutmeg until just combined. Do not overmix—some small lumps are okay.

Step 4 – Assemble the cobbler
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Do not stir it once it’s in the pan. Spoon the banana mixture over the batter, distributing evenly. Again, do not mix. The batter will rise around the bananas during baking, creating the signature cobbler texture.

Step 5 – Bake
Place the dish on the center oven rack and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbly. The center should be set and spring back lightly when touched.

Step 6 – Cool and serve
Let the cobbler rest for about 10 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to set slightly while remaining perfectly warm and gooey.