Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
2 cup

All-purpose Flour

1 tsp

Baking Soda

0.5 tsp

Salt

1 cup

White Sugar

0.5 cup

Butter

Room Temperature

2 unit

Ripe Bananas

Peeled

2 unit

Eggs

0.33 cup

Sour Cream

1 tsp

Vanilla Extract

1 cup

Blueberries

Fresh or Frozen

1 cup

Powdered Sugar

1 tbsp

Whole Milk

1 tbsp

Lemon Juice

1 tsp

Lemon Zest

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~5 min

In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~5 min

In a large bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy.

Step 4
~5 min

Mash bananas and mix into the creamed mixture.

Step 5
~5 min

Beat in eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract.

Step 6
~5 min

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 7
~5 min

Gently fold in blueberries.

Step 8
~5 min

Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.

Step 9
~5 min

Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.

Step 10
~5 min

Bake for 60 minutes, then check with a toothpick.

Step 11
~5 min

If needed, cover with foil and bake for another 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with only a few crumbs.

Step 12
~5 min

Let cool in the pan for an hour before removing.

Step 13
~5 min

While bread cools, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest for the glaze.

Step 14
~5 min

Drizzle glaze over cooled bread.

Step 15
~5 min

Slice and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.

Do not overmix the batter for a tender bread.

Let bread cool completely before slicing to prevent it from crumbling.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Glaze can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coffee or tea.

Enjoy as a snack or dessert.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream
Fresh Berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often homemade.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Snack
Party

Popularity Score

70/100