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Sour Cream Banana Bread With Streusel Topping

Looking for an easy and delicious way to use up those ripe bananas sitting on your kitchen counter? Why not try making a sour cream banana bread with streusel topping! This recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even as a sweet treat after dinner. Plus, it's super easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Here's how to make it:

Sour Cream Banana Bread With Streusel Topping

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Ingredients For Sour Cream Banana Bread

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add in the eggs, mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. If using, stir in the chopped walnuts.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. In a small bowl, mix together the streusel topping ingredients (1/4 cup flour, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, and 2 tbsp unsalted butter) until crumbly.
  9. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter.
  10. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
  11. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Slice and serve!
Baking Sour Cream Banana Bread

Tips:

  • If you don't have sour cream, you can use plain Greek yogurt instead.
  • If you don't have walnuts, you can use pecans or omit them altogether.
  • If you want to make this bread even sweeter, try adding chocolate chips to the batter!
  • Make sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
  • If you're not a fan of streusel topping, you can simply omit it or swap it out for a different topping, such as a simple glaze or a crumb topping.

Conclusion:

Now that you know how to make a delicious sour cream banana bread with streusel topping, it's time to get baking! Whether you're looking for a sweet breakfast treat or a tasty dessert, this bread is sure to be a hit. Plus, it's easy to customize with your favorite add-ins and toppings, so feel free to get creative. Happy baking!

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