One of my favorite treats to make this time of year is banana bread. It’s sweet, comforting, and can be eaten any time of the day as breakfast, a snack, or dessert. Even better than that though, it’s quick, easy to make, and is the perfect size to wrap up and give as a gift to teachers or coworkers. Plus, the ingredients are simple and most likely found in every cabinet without a trip to the store (a BIG plus in my house.)
My go-to recipe for banana bread is one that has been in my family for as long as I can remember, it has been at every family gathering no matter the size, and is a staple at the never missed coffee breaks when family comes to visit.
Sour Cream Banana Bread
Ingredients
- 1 Stick Butter
- 2 Eggs
- 1 Tsp Vanilla
- 2 Cups Flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¾ tsp baking soda
- 3 ripe bananas
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix and set aside: 1 stick butter, 1 ½ cups sugar, 2 eggs, and 1 tsp vanilla
- Mix and set aside: 2 Cups flour, ½ tsp baking powder, and ½ tsp salt
- Mix: ¼ cup sour cream and ¾ tsp baking soda
- Alternately Add with Above
- Topping: Mix 3 tbsp butter, 3 tbsp sugar, and 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
- Bake at 350 for one hour. Cool 10 minutes before removing from container. When mostly cool apply topping. Enjoy!
Make sure to Pin this recipe to try later!
Erin says
I love banana bread! My mom made banana bread often when my brother and I were still living at home, so it always gives me warm fuzzy feelings 🙂
Rachel Bertles says
Me too! Now when my family comes to visit I try and have it ready for them!
Helen @ Hel On Heels says
I love banana bread! I’ve never thought about making it with sour cream though! Thanks for this awesome recipe.
Rachel Bertles says
I thought so too when my mom first showed me how to make it, but I think it makes a huge difference in texture without compromising any taste!
Sandy Mangis says
You had me hooked with the picture of the banana bread. Love it.
Rachel Bertles says
Thank you!!! I hope you liked it!
Karin Rambo says
I love banana bread and this looks so moist! I’ll have to try it with the sour cream!
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Rachel Bertles says
It makes such a difference!!! Let me know what you think!
Brittany says
I love baking with sour cream it makes everything so much more moist and delicious. I can’t wait to try this recipe! Thanks for sharing!
Rachel Bertles says
As silly as it may sound, I’ve never thought about applying this tip to other recipes. That’s a great idea thank you!
Alejandra says
Ohh! I love sour cream in recipes where I wouldn’t expect it! I pinned this!
Rachel Bertles says
Thank you!!! This was the first recipe I tried I had ever used it in, but it makes such a difference!
Emilie says
Thanks Alex! I definitely loved your Honey Bunches of Oats recipe! I wonder if we could marry both fo them!
Tayler says
That sounds delicious!
Rachel Bertles says
Thank you so much! I hope you like it!
Ashley Sapp says
I am not much of a cook, but oh, I love banana bread. Will have to try this recipe out! Thanks for sharing.
Rachel Bertles says
It is SO easy to make which makes it one of my favorite recipes! I hope you like it!!!
Pam says
This sounds really good! I like that it’s a pretty simple recipe as well!
Emilie says
Exactly! We like things simple!
Emilie from BurkeDoes.com says
Super easy! I hope you try it!
Brittani Wills says
This looks amazing! I’ll definitely have to give it a try! 🙂
– Brittani
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Emilie from BurkeDoes.com says
Thanks Brittani! It’s super easy!