Description

This Easy Best Moist Banana Bread with Sour Cream is a super simple, one-bowl recipe that yields incredibly moist and flavorful banana bread. The addition of sour cream enhances the moistness and texture, while brown sugar and cinnamon add warmth and depth of flavor. Optional add-ins like chopped pecans or mini semisweet chocolate chips provide delightful variations. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this recipe is straightforward and requires no mixer.

Ingredients

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For the Batter

1/3 cup butter (softened, do not substitute)
1 1/4 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
4 very ripe bananas (mashed)
1 cup full-fat sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons cinnamon powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
2 1/4 cups flour (fresh ground or all purpose)
Optional: 1 cup chopped pecans
Optional: 1/2 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips

For the Pans

Butter for greasing pans
1/4 cup cinnamon sugar (to dust buttered pans)

Instructions

Prepare your oven and pans: Adjust the oven rack to the middle position and preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Generously butter two 7-inch loaf pans, then dust them with cinnamon sugar to provide a flavorful crust and prevent sticking.
Mix the wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, blend the softened butter and brown sugar together until well combined. Mash the ripe bananas thoroughly, then add them to the bowl along with the sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix all wet ingredients evenly.
Incorporate the dry ingredients: Add the flour, cinnamon powder, baking soda, and sea salt to the wet mixture. Stir gently and mix until all dry ingredients are just incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
Add optional mix-ins: If desired, fold in chopped pecans or mini semisweet chocolate chips to add texture and extra flavor to your banana bread.
Fill the pans and bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans. Place them in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and serve: Remove the banana bread from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pans. Once cooled, slice the bread using a bread knife for clean cuts. Enjoy your moist, flavorful banana bread!

Notes

Do not substitute the butter with margarine or oils as butter gives the best flavor and texture.
Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
Sour cream should be full-fat to ensure maximum moistness.
Dusting the pans with cinnamon sugar adds a subtle sweet crust to the bread.
Make sure to check doneness with a toothpick; baking times may vary slightly depending on your oven.
Optional add-ins like pecans or chocolate chips add delightful texture but can be omitted for a classic banana bread.
Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing to prevent it from crumbling.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Category: Baking
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: banana bread, moist banana bread, sour cream banana bread, easy banana bread, cinnamon sugar, homemade banana bread