Blueberry Banana Bread
A delightful blend of ripe bananas and juicy blueberries creates a tender and flavorful bread that's perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed Use overripe bananas for enhanced sweetness and moisture.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened A luxurious, golden fat that creates a tender crumb.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar Balances the tartness of the blueberries.
- 2 large eggs Provide binding and richness.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances the flavor.
- 1/2 cup sour cream Adds moisture and tenderness.
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Base for the loaf.
- 1 tsp baking soda Leavening agent.
- 1/4 tsp salt Enhances flavor.
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon Adds warmth.
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries Juicy bursts of sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
- Introduce the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Stir gently until combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries to prevent them from breaking apart.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick inserted in the center.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve warm with butter for breakfast, or enjoy as an afternoon snack. Can be made into mini loaves for gifting or special occasions.