The Best Banana Bread Recipe With Sour Cream - Easy To Make!

I can confidently say this is the easiest and best banana bread recipe in the world with sour cream! The Sour cream makes this banana bread stay delectably moist for days. It only takes about 10 minutes to mix together and lasts for up to a week. Yields 2 medium loaves.

Award Winning Banana Bread with Sour Cream

This is the best recipe for those overripe bananas! If you are like me, the kids don't want the bananas with brown spots (even though they're sweeter).

Make this banana bread an hour before the kids come home from activities or school, and it will disappear faster than you can blink! You better cut a slice or two and set it aside so you get a piece for later! (It's super delicious the next day too!)

Main Ingredients

• cinnamon sugar (to dust buttered pans with.)
• softened butter
• brown sugar - Brown sugar makes softer, moister breads, and adds a full flavor.
• 2eggs - Eggs are a necessity. They give banana bread structure and texture.
• 4 very ripe mashed bananas - Ripe banana peels should be half brown. Mash bananas with a fork or in mixer.
• full fat sour cream - This makes bread super moist and delicious.
• vanilla extract - deepens flavor.
• cinnamon powder - pairs perfectly with banana and adds complimenting flavor!
• 1sea salt!
• 1baking soda
• flour (fresh ground or all purpose)
• *Optional - 1 cup chopped pecans!
• *Optional - ½ cup mini semisweet chocolate chips!

I like to keep vanilla extract on hand.. This big bottle will last a year!

Instructions

How to Make The Best Banana Bread

This banana bread recipe is super easy and can be made without a mixer and in just 1 bowl!

Adjust the oven rack to the middle of the oven.

Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.

Generously butter 2 - 7" loaf pans.

Dust buttered pans with cinnamon sugar

In a large mixing bowl:

Blend softened butter and sugar together.

Mash bananas and add to mixing bowl.

Add sour cream, eggs, and vanilla, and mix all ingredients in the bowl well.

Then, add the rest of your dry ingredients: flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt, then MIX till all dry ingredients are incorporated evenly.

*Optional - Stir in chopped pecans or mini chocolate chips for the best chocolate chip banana bread.

Pour batter into buttered and dusted loaf pans.

Bake at 325 for 1 hour and 10 minutes, OR till an inserted toothpick comes out clean from the center of the loaf.

Remove from oven, and let the bread cool completely before cutting.

Cut loaf with a bread knife for best results.... Enjoy!

Tips

Banana Bread is best enjoyed after cooling in the fridge for a day! It's super good warm, but it holds together better and tastes even better cold!

Don't over-mash bananas.... Getting a small little chunk of banana in your bread is delightful and super yummy too.

Let your banana bread loaf cool completely before cutting... If you cut it when it's warm it will be messy, kind 'a crumble instead of slice.

To use parchment paper for easier clean up, line your x4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. This step ensures easy removal and a beautifully intact whole loaf that's ready to slice into individual servings.

Don't forget to save some for the next day.... Banana bread is known to get even better with time, making it the perfect breakfast treat or afternoon snack!

How To Store Banana Bread

Counter: Wrap any remaining banana bread in plastic wrap and store at room temp for up to two days.

Fridge: Store wrapped banana bread longer in the fridge for one week.

Freezer: To freeze banana bread, place well wrapped loaves in a gallon sized ziplock bag, and seal out air. Freeze up to 4 months for the best flavor. Let frozen banana bread thaw completely in the fridge before serving.

Tools

• Mixing Bowl
• Mixer (I love my Kitchen Aid Mixer)
• Measuring Cups
• A Big Soft Spoon
• Bread Pan ( I like Stoneware)
• Hot Pads

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Variations

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

To indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible chocolate chip banana bread recipe. Just add 1 cup of mini chocolate chips! The fusion of ripe bananas and rich dark brown sugar creates the perfect banana mixture, giving your loaf an unforgettable depth of flavor.

Chocolate Banana Bread Recipe Bliss

You can optionally add ½ cup of cocoa to this recipe, and ¼ cup coconut oil. Chocolate banana bread is the only thing you'll crave once you've tried this recipe. The combination of chocolate chips and banana is pure bliss in every bite.

A Nutty Addition

To add a little bit of crunch, consider stirring in chopped walnuts. These nuts take your banana nut bread to the next level.

Cream Cheese Frosting Option

If you're feeling indulgent, consider spreading cream cheese frosting on individual slices. It's like turning your banana bread into a dessert worthy of a special occasion.

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