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Moist Sour Cream Banana Bread

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A moist and flavorful banana bread with a tangy twist from sour cream, perfect for breakfast or a snack. This easy recipe uses simple ingredients and yields a tender, fluffy loaf.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas (about 1 1/2 cups mashed)
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (220 grams)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (120 ml)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 grams)
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar (50 grams)
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled (75 grams)
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Mash the bananas in a medium bowl with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with a few small chunks remaining.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until well combined. Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula. Stop mixing as soon as the flour disappears. Gently fold in the mashed bananas and optional nuts or chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Tent with foil halfway through baking if the top browns too fast.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender. Use very ripe bananas for best sweetness and flavor. Tent with foil if the top browns too quickly. Let the bread cool before slicing to avoid sogginess. For a shiny top, sprinkle sugar on batter before baking. Can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt or vegan alternatives for dairy-free versions.

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