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Sour Cream Banana Bread

Moist Sour Cream Banana Bread to Elevate Your Mornings

This Sour Cream Banana Bread is a moist and tender treat, perfect for breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, melted Can substitute with vegetable oil for a dairy-free option
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar may be used interchangeably
  • 1/2 cup White Sugar Reduce to 1/4 cup for less sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can serve as a substitute
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for best results
  • 3 large Very Ripe Bananas The riper, the better for flavor
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour works as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Definitely recommended for extra flavor
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Fold in for sweet indulgence
  • 1 cup Nuts Chopped walnuts or pecans add texture

Equipment

  • 9-inch bread pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch bread pan.
  2. Combine ½ cup of melted unsalted butter with ½ cup of brown sugar and ½ cup of white sugar in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add ½ cup of sour cream, 2 large eggs one at a time, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture.
  4. Mash 3 very ripe bananas and fold them into the wet mixture.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together 1½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, ½ teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  6. Gradually add the dry blend to the wet ingredients, mixing until no flour remains visible.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45-55 minutes.
  8. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

Perfect ripe bananas provide maximum sweetness and moisture. Avoid overmixing for a light texture.

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