Delicious Homemade Banana Loaf Cake

Enjoy a slice of moist and flavorful banana loaf cake with this easy homemade recipe. Made with ripe bananas, this cake is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert. This classic American treat is sure to become a family favorite. The cake is simple to make and requires common pantry ingredients. Follow the step-by-step instructions and enjoy the delicious aroma of freshly baked banana cake filling your home.

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Mash the ripe bananas with a fork in a separate bowl until smooth. Add the mashed bananas to the butter mixture and mix well.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
9. Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
10. Transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

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