Sour Cream Banana Bread

This irresistibly moist and flavorful sour cream banana bread is a must-try for any home baker! With a rich, tangy flavor and a sweet, crunchy streusel topping, this easy-to-follow recipe will quickly become a household favorite.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔️ Perfectly moist texture
✔️ Balanced sweetness with a hint of tang
✔️ Easy to customize with nuts or chocolate chips
✔️ Simple step-by-step instructions

Ingredients

For the Streusel Topping:

For the Banana Bread:

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare for Baking

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. Make the Streusel Topping

• In a medium bowl, mix together the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt.
• Stir in the melted butter until small clumps form.
• Place the streusel in the freezer while preparing the batter.

3. Mix Dry Ingredients

• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

4. Prepare Wet Ingredients

• Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, cream brown sugar and butter on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
• Mix in the egg until incorporated.
• Add the mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

5. Combine & Assemble

• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
• Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
• Remove the streusel from the freezer and sprinkle evenly over the top.

6. Bake the Banana Bread

• Bake at 350°F for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Let the bread cool in the pan for 20 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Storage & Freezing Tips

Tip: Wrap the bread in plastic wrap and foil before freezing. To enjoy, let thaw at room temperature or microwave slices for 30-60 seconds.

Customizations & Variations

✅ Add Chocolate Chips: Stir 1 cup of mini chocolate chips into the batter.
✅ Add Nuts: Mix in 1 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts for a crunchy texture.
✅ Use Greek Yogurt: Swap sour cream for plain Greek yogurt for a slightly different flavor.

Helpful Baking Tips

🔹 Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure butter, egg, and sour cream are at room temperature for even mixing.
🔹 Measure Flour Correctly: Use the spoon-and-level method to avoid dense bread.
🔹 Brown Sugar Substitute: Mix white sugar with molasses if you’re out of brown sugar.
🔹 Banana Ripeness: The darker the bananas, the sweeter the bread!

Final Thoughts

This sour cream banana bread is the perfect combination of moist, sweet, and slightly tangy flavors. Whether you enjoy it warm with butter, as a snack with coffee, or as a delightful breakfast treat, it's bound to be a hit in your home!

Happy Baking! 🍌🍞