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Blueberry Banana Bread

A delightful baked good harmonizing ripe bananas and fresh blueberries for a moist, flavorful loaf.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed For natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds a rich, buttery texture.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Provides necessary sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Binding agents that help the bread rise.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds depth and warmth to flavor.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream For added moisture and richness.
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The base that holds everything together.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Ensures a light, fluffy texture.
  • 1/4 tsp salt Enhances all flavors within the loaf.
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon Offering a hint of spice.
Add-ins
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries Provides bursts of sweetness throughout the bread.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the sour cream, mixing until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the blueberries, taking care not to smash them.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  2. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For added crunch, consider adding walnuts or pecans. Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a vibrant flavor. Ripe bananas yield the best results; the darker the skin, the sweeter the banana. You can also experiment with spices like nutmeg or allspice to enhance flavor.