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Sour Cream Banana Bread

A delightful twist on classic banana bread, combining ripe bananas with creamy sour cream for an incredibly moist and flavorful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed The more speckled, the sweeter your bread will be!
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt or buttermilk.
  • 1/2 cup melted butter For a vegan option, use coconut oil.
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs Use flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Experiment with spices like nutmeg for added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, sour cream, and melted butter.
  3. Mix in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir to blend.
  5. Add the flour and cinnamon, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. Pairs well with butter, cream cheese, or colorful fruit on the side. Store at room temperature for 3-4 days or in the fridge for up to a week. Freeze slices for up to 3 months.