Sour Cream Banana Bread is packed with ripe bananas, giving it a perfectly sweet and flavorful taste. What sets this banana bread recipe apart is the use of sour cream, which adds a unique texture and crumb to the bread.
Making this banana bread recipe with sour cream is a wonderful way to add moisture, richness, and incredible taste to every slice. The sour cream in this easy moist banana bread recipe gives the batter a nice thick texture, and results in a light and flavorful bread.
Old Fashioned Banana Bread with Sour Cream
This is the best banana bread recipe you will ever try and it is made with sour cream. You don’t need much to pull it together, but the end results will make it seem like you really put a lot of time and effort into it. We love banana recipes and have an entire section of this website dedicated to banana recipes, but this is one of the classics that we’re sure will continue to be favored by all. In a blind taste testing competition, we’re sure this loaf would win.
Why you’ll enjoy this easy banana bread recipe
- Simple ingredients. This recipe calls for very basic ingredients. If you already have ripe bananas and sour cream on hand, you may have the other ingredients needed as well.
- Moist and flavorful! The added sour cream packs in the moisture in the bread. We also use 3 bananas for additional moisture and flavor. The results are amazing!
- You can customize this loaf. Feel free to add in a teaspoon or two of ground cinnamon, or add up to one cup of chocolate chips or your favorite nut, and it is sure to be delicious!
Banana Bread Ingredients
Flour: You will need 2 cups of all-purpose flour for the structural base of this bread recipe.
Sugar: Use ¾ cups of granulated sugar to make the bread nice and sweet.
Salt: Adding ½ teaspoon of salt will help to bring out the great flavors in the loaf.
Leavening agents: 1 teaspoon each of baking powder and baking soda helps the bread puff up as it bakes.
Eggs: Add 2 eggs to bind the ingredients together and help with the overall texture of the bread.
Sour cream: You will want to add ¾ cups of sour cream for a deliciously moist bread. You can also use plain Greek yogurt as an alternate if desired.
Oil: To add needed fats for the bread to stay moist as it bakes, you need ⅓ cup of canola oil.
Vanilla extract: Using 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract enhances the amazing flavors in this bread recipe.
Bananas: You need 3 ripe bananas for this recipe. Some go in the batter and some will be reserved for decorating the top of the loaves.
How to make Sour Cream Banana Bread
Prep
Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F. Then lightly grease the bottom of an 8 or 9-inch bread loaf pan and set it aside.
Batter
Next in a small bowl, gently whisk the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda and set aside.
Then in a separate medium-sized mixing bowl, mash 2 bananas and then add in the eggs, sour cream, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir together until well blended.
Proceed to stir the dry ingredients into the wet ones and mix until just combined. Be careful not to over mix the batter.
Rest
Transfer the bread batter into the prepared greased bread pan and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before baking. Letting the bread rest for a few minutes really helps to give you a much nicer-looking loaf.
After it has rested, thinly slice the last banana and place it on top of the batter. You can make it look as decorative as you want.
Bake
Place the bread pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes. Or until the bread is lightly browned, the internal temperature will reach 200 degrees F.
Slice, serve and enjoy!
Customizing Your Banana Bread
One of the great things about banana bread is that it’s very versatile and can be customized to your liking. Here are some add-in variations that can take your banana bread to the next level:
- Chocolate chips: Adding chocolate chips to your banana bread can give it a deliciously sweet and rich flavor. You can use any type of chocolate chips you like, such as milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or even white chocolate.
- Nuts: Adding nuts to your banana bread can give it a nice crunch and a nutty flavor. You can use any type of nuts you like, such as walnuts, pecans, or almonds.
- Cinnamon: Adding cinnamon to your banana bread can give it a warm and cozy flavor. You can sprinkle cinnamon on top of the bread before baking or mix it into the batter.
If you have dietary restrictions or preferences, you can modify the recipe to suit your needs. Here are some dietary modifications you can make:
- Gluten-free: Use gluten-free flour instead of regular flour.
- Dairy-free: Use a dairy-free substitute for sour cream, such as coconut cream or almond yogurt.
- Vegan: Use a vegan substitute for eggs, such as flax eggs or applesauce.
- Low-sugar: Use a natural sweetener, such as honey or maple syrup, instead of sugar.
SOUR CREAM BANANA BREAD
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3 ripe bananas divided
- 2 eggs
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ⅓ cup canola oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat the oven to 350degrees F. Lightly grease the bottom of an 8 or 9-inch bread loaf pan and set it aside.
- Make batter: In a small bowl, gently whisk the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda and set aside.
- In a separate medium-sized mixing bowl, mash 2 bananas and add in the eggs, sour cream, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended. Proceed to stir the dry ingredients into the wet ones and mix until just combined. Be careful not to over mix.
- Rest: Transfer the banana bread batter into the prepared greased bread pan and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before baking. Letting the bread rest for a few minutes really helps to give you a much nicer-looking loaf. After it has rested, thinly slice the last banana and place it on top of the batter. You can make it look as decorative as you want.
- Bake: Place the bread pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes. Or until the bread is lightly browned, the internal temperature will reach 200 degrees F. Slice, serve and enjoy!
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How long is sour cream banana bread good for?
This bread will taste great for up to 3 or 4 days if kept stored in an airtight container at room temperature. We like to warm up a slice or two on a plate in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds before spreading with some softened butter. Yum!
Can I freeze banana bread with sour cream?
Yes! This bread freezes very well. After letting your loaf cool completely, wrap it well with plastic wrap and place it into an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before slicing and eating. Enjoy!
The Importance of Ripe Bananas for Banana Bread
Selecting the right bananas is crucial for making the perfect sour cream banana bread. Ripe bananas are sweeter and have a stronger flavor than unripe bananas. When selecting bananas, look for those that are yellow with brown spots. These bananas are at the peak of ripeness and will provide the best flavor and texture for your bread.
If you can’t find ripe bananas at the store, don’t worry. There are several techniques you can use to ripen bananas quickly. One method is to place the bananas in a brown paper bag with an apple or tomato. The ethylene gas produced by the apple or tomato will help ripen the bananas faster.
Another method is to place the bananas in a warm, sunny spot. The heat will speed up the ripening process. You can also place the bananas in a bowl and cover them with plastic wrap. The trapped ethylene gas will help the bananas ripen faster.
What are the benefits of using sour cream in banana bread?
Sour cream is a popular ingredient in banana bread recipes because it adds moisture and tanginess to the bread. The acidity of the sour cream helps to activate the baking soda, which in turn helps the bread to rise and become fluffy. Additionally, the fat in the sour cream helps to keep the bread moist and tender, even after it has cooled.
BEST BREAD PAN?
I bake a lot of bread and the pans I prefer are either ceramic, glass or cast iron. These pans will bake bread more evenly and release the bread more easily after baking. I don’t like using dark or nonstick pans because the bread cooks unevenly. It darkens on the outside before the bread is cooked on the inside, so the coloring is uneven. Read more about which bread pan is the best here!
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Sour Cream Banana Bread is so moist, full of flavor, and a great way to use up those ripe bananas you have lying around. This banana bread recipe is easy to make, with simple ingredients you can whip up a loaf with little effort!
Gina says
Banana bread is one of my favorites. I really need to start making it more at home because this recipe was fantastic. We ate it up so fast!
Liz says
I loved this banana bread! The sour cream gave it a really good texture. Will make again!
Jan says
If I don’t want to top the loaf with the third banana can I incorporate it into the recipe or could I just leave it out?
Nancy says
The banana bread is in the oven right now and it smells wonderful. I did substitute applesauce for the oil though. It is something I do to keep the calories down and maintain the flavor.
Jessica says
Great idea Nancy!! Enjoy your bread!