Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Slice the ripe bananas into thick, even rounds and toss them with brown sugar and cinnamon until coated.

Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt in one bowl. In another bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

Gently combine the wet and dry mixtures until just mixed for a fluffy texture.

Pour half of the batter into the greased baking dish, add the caramelized bananas, dollop the remaining batter on top.

Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.

Cool for a few minutes before serving warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.