Banana Loaf Bread Recipe Sour Cream
This Banana Loaf Bread Recipe with Sour Cream is a simple, moist, and flavorful twist on classic banana bread. The addition of sour cream enhances the texture, making the loaf incredibly soft while balancing the sweetness of ripe bananas. The recipe uses pantry-friendly ingredients like flour, eggs, sugar, butter, and vanilla, combined with mashed bananas and sour cream for extra richness.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls One large for wet ingredients and one medium for dry ingredients.
- Fork or Potato Masher To mash the bananas smoothly.
- Whisk For mixing wet ingredients together.
- Spatula or Wooden Spoon To gently fold in the dry ingredients without overmixing.
- Measuring Cups & Spoons For accurate ingredient measurements.
Ingredients
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix mashed bananas, sour cream, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla in a bowl.
- Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt separately, then gently fold into the wet mixture.
- Pour batter into the pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- Use Overripe Bananas – The darker and softer the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be.
- Don’t Overmix – Stir the batter just until combined to keep the loaf soft and fluffy. Overmixing can make it dense.
- Room Temperature Ingredients – For best results, use eggs, butter, and sour cream at room temperature to ensure smooth mixing.
- Check for Doneness – Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean or with a few crumbs, it's ready.
- Cool Before Slicing – Let the bread rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Storage Tips – Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Customize Your Loaf – Add nuts, chocolate chips, cinnamon, or even a cream cheese swirl for extra flavor.