Try Cinnamon Banana Bread with Sour Cream – a Delightful Treat!
Indulge in the warm and comforting aroma of freshly baked cinnamon banana bread, infused with the tanginess of sour cream. Your taste buds will thank you! Don't forget to try it at home and see the full recipe below.
Cinnamon Banana Bread with Sour Cream Recipe
Ingredients:
* 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
* 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
* 1 tsp baking powder
* 1 tsp baking soda
* 1 tsp salt
* 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
* 1 cup granulated sugar
* 1/2 cup sour cream
* 2 large eggs
* 1 tsp ground cinnamon
* 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
* 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
* Optional: chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture and flavor
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
4. Beat in mashed bananas and sour cream until well combined.
5. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
6. Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
7. If using nuts, fold them into the batter with a rubber spatula.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
9. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 70-80 minutes
Variations:
* Nutella Cinnamon Banana Bread: Add 1-2 tbsp of Nutella to the batter for a chocolate-hazelnut twist.
* Peanut Butter Cinnamon Banana Bread: Add 2-3 tbsp of creamy peanut butter to the batter for a nutty flavor.
* Caramel Cinnamon Banana Bread: Drizzle the finished loaf with caramel sauce and sprinkle with sea salt for a sweet and salty variation.
* Blueberry Cinnamon Banana Bread: Fold in 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries into the batter for a fruity twist.
Give it a try and enjoy the warmth and comfort of freshly baked cinnamon banana bread with sour cream!