Mommy's Mango Cobbler

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Recipe View 6 mins In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced mangoes, water, and 1/2 cup of sugar. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mangoes have slightly softened (about 5-6 minutes). Drain the mangoes, carefully reserving 2 cups of the syrup.

Recipe View 4 mins In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and 2 cups of sugar until light and fluffy. This should take approximately 3-4 minutes.

Recipe View 2 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution.

Recipe View 2 mins Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat well after each addition until just combined. Stir in the vanilla extract. The batter should be smooth but not overmixed.

Recipe View 1 mins Pour the batter evenly into a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Recipe View 1 mins Arrange the drained mango slices artfully over the batter. Gently pour the reserved 2 cups of mango syrup over the mangoes and batter.

Recipe View 45 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the cobbler is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool slightly before serving.