Perfect Banana Bread 

This banana bread is a moist, flavorful treat that's easy to make and perfect for breakfast or a snack. The combination of ripe bananas, sour cream, and a touch of vanilla creates a tender crumb and rich flavor. Add-ins like walnuts or chocolate chips can be included for extra texture and taste.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 2 cups all purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 3 to 4 ripe bananas, mashed (approximately 1¼ to 1½ cups)

• ¾ cup granulated sugar (or a mix of brown and granulated sugar)

• 2 large eggs

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled

• ⅓ cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8½ x 4½ inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

3. Mash Bananas: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth, leaving some small chunks for texture.

4. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the sugar, eggs, melted butter, sour cream, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix well until combined.

5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

6. Add Optional Ingredients: If using, fold in the walnuts or chocolate chips.

7. Transfer to Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

8. Bake: Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

9. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 15 to 20 minutes. Then, remove from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutritional Information (per serving, approximate)

• Calories: 291 kcal

• Protein: 3g

• Fat: 16g

• Carbohydrates: 36g

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 29g

• Cholesterol: 30mg

• Sodium: 295mg

• Potassium: 66mg

• Calcium: 25mg

• Iron: 1mg