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Sourdough Banana Bread Recipe for a Moist and Delicious Treat

ByShayek

Discover a delightful twist on a classic with this Sourdough Banana Bread. The tangy sourdough adds depth to the sweet, ripe bananas, creating a moist, flavorful loaf that’s perfect for any time of day.

Sourdough Banana Bread Recipe for a Moist and Delicious Treat
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Sourdough Banana Bread Recipe for a Moist and Delicious Treat

Recipe by ShayekCourse: BreakfastCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

1

hour 
Calories Per Slice

240

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

Sourdough Banana Bread is the ultimate fusion of tangy sourdough and sweet, ripe bananas. The sourdough starter adds a unique depth of flavor, creating a moist, tender loaf that’s ideal for breakfast or snacking. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, this recipe is perfect for sourdough lovers!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas, roughly 2 to 3 medium-sized bananas

  • 1/2 cup sourdough starter

  • 1/3 cup melted butter

  • 1/2 cup sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp baking soda

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or nuts

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix mashed bananas, sourdough starter, melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt, whisking until evenly blended. 
  • Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.   
  • Gently fold in chocolate chips or nuts, if using.
  • Transfer the batter into the greased loaf pan, spreading it evenly across the top. 
  • Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the middle emerges clean or with minimal crumbs.
  • Allow the bread to rest in the pan for 10 minutes before moving it to a wire rack to cool fully.

Notes

  • For a healthier option, substitute butter with applesauce and reduce sugar, or use a natural sweetener.
Can I use a sourdough discard?

Yes! This recipe works perfectly with either sourdough discard or active starter.

Can I make this gluten-free?

Yes, simply substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.

How should I store the banana bread?

Store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer freshness.

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