If banana bread is a classic ballad, sour cream is the remix you didn’t know it needed. It cranks up the moistness while balancing sweetness like a pro. And then we crown it with mocha topping—because caffeine belongs on everything, right? This loaf doesn’t just sit there on your counter; it demands attention. Breakfast? Sure. Dessert? Absolutely. Midnight snack? Obviously. Expect rich banana flavor, velvety texture, and a coffee-kissed finish that’ll have you reconsidering all your life decisions, or at least your banana bread loyalty.
Sour Cream Banana Bread with Mocha Topping
Moist banana bread made indulgent with sour cream and topped with a bold, velvety mocha drizzle. Ideal for any time of day.
Ingredients
For the Sour Cream Banana Bread:
- Ripe bananas: 3 medium mashed
- All-purpose flour: 1 ¾ cups
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda: ½ teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Granulated sugar: ½ cup
- Brown sugar: ½ cup
- Eggs: 2 large
- Sour cream: ½ cup
- Butter melted: ½ cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
For the Mocha Topping:
- Powdered sugar: 1 cup
- Brewed coffee: 2 tablespoons
- Cocoa powder: 1 tablespoon
- Butter: 1 tablespoon melted
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, mash bananas and mix in granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, sour cream, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Step 4: Blend Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Step 5: Bake
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 6: Prepare Mocha Topping
- In a small saucepan, mix powdered sugar, brewed coffee, cocoa powder, melted butter, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Step 7: Drizzle and Cool
- Once the bread has cooled, drizzle the mocha glaze over the top. Allow it to set before slicing.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 260
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Key Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin A: 8% DV
- Calcium: 4% DV
- Potassium: 220 mg
- Iron: 7% DV
- Magnesium: 5% DV
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Baking Tip: If the top starts browning too quickly, tent with foil during the last 10 minutes.
- Flavor Tip: Add a teaspoon of espresso powder to the mocha topping for a stronger coffee kick.
- Storage Tip: Wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to five days.
- Serving Tip: Pair with whipped cream for an indulgent dessert vibe.
