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Banana Bread with Sour Cream

Irresistibly Moist Banana Bread with Sour Cream Delight

This Banana Bread with Sour Cream is moist, rich, and easy to make—perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas The riper, the better; they add natural sweetness and enhance flavor.
  • 1 cup sour cream Keeps the banana bread irresistibly moist and rich.
  • ½ cup sugar Provides sweetness; feel free to adjust to taste!
  • ½ cup brown sugar Adds a lovely caramel flavor and depth.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor profile beautifully.
For the Dry Mix
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda The leavening agent that helps the bread rise.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness and enhances flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Gives a warm, aromatic touch that complements the bananas.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The base of our bread that gives it structure.
For the Egg Mixture
  • 2 large eggs Provides richness and helps bind the mixture.
Optional Add-ins
  • nuts or chocolate chips Customize your banana bread with your favorite mix-ins for a delightful twist!

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Potato masher
  • Loaf Pan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your mixing bowls, a potato masher, and a loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Mix in the sour cream, sugars, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the eggs until just incorporated.
  7. If desired, fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
  8. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan, smoothing the top.
  9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep your banana bread light and airy. Use ripe bananas for enhanced sweetness.

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