Transform your leftover sourdough starter and overripe bananas into an irresistibly moist banana bread. This delightful loaf offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tang, crafted with wholesome ingredients and a straightforward method ideal for everyday baking.
1cup200 g dark brown sugar (or light brown or white sugar)
½cup125 g sourdough starter (unfed or active)
2teaspoonsbaking powder
½teaspoonbaking soda
2large eggs
1teaspoon5 g vanilla extract
2cups240 g all-purpose flour
3tablespoons45 g sour cream
8tablespoons113 g unsalted butter
½cupchopped walnuts or pecansoptional
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C) and prepare a 9" x 5" loaf pan by lightly greasing it. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sea salt, baking powder, and baking soda, whisking them together thoroughly. In a separate container, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork and set aside. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Into the melted butter, incorporate the brown sugar, eggs, sourdough starter, vanilla extract, sour cream, and the mashed bananas. Stir these components together with a spatula until the batter becomes homogenous. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just enough to combine without overmixing. If desired, gently integrate chopped nuts. Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top. Bake in the center of the oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean. Once baked, let the loaf cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Run a knife carefully along the edges to loosen it, then lift it onto a wire rack. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Wrap in plastic or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap securely in foil and plastic wrap, and freeze for up to 3 months.