Blueberry Banana Bread An Easy Twist On Classic Banana Bread

I am telling you, I’ve created quite a selection of banana bread recipes on my site. First of all, I love making it. Second of all you guys seem to love making it too…and I am here to please! So obviously if you haven’t made my Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, stop what you are doing right now and make that. THEN come back here and make this Blueberry Banana Bread. And of course, after that, make any of my other recipes, like Toasted Coconut Banana Bread or Cream Cheese Stuffed Banana Bread etc etc etc…

How Do You Make Blueberry Banana Bread?How Do You Store Banana Bread?Can You Make This Blueberry Banana Bread into Muffins?Get the Recipe

And today’s variation is a classic banana bread combined with blueberry muffins. I couldn’t be happier about it! Imagine the softest, moistest banana bread ever, loaded with juicy sweet blueberries. NOW imagine that warm, topped with a little butter. YES. I’m talking major banana bread dreams right here! Plus, this recipe requires no mixer…just a spoon and a bowl. The sour cream in this recipe makes it extra moist, and the added sweetness of the blueberries really makes this recipe special!

How Do You Make Blueberry Banana Bread?

Banana Bread is always a hit on my house. It’s perfect for breakfast, an easy snack to have with coffee, or perfectly acceptable as a dessert! It might actually be the perfect food. A few simple steps will lead you to success when making this recipe.

Make sure your bananas are extra ripe. I will admit, I have cut corners and used bright yellow bananas when making banana bread before…and it’s fine. I mean, it won’t be BAD. BUT the thing is, patience is rewarded. Using overly ripe bananas produces sweeter, moister bread. It’s just a fact. I have tried tricks to ripen up bananas quicker, like microwaving them, or baking them, and while it helps, there is nothing like…well…an old banana. I used melted butter in this recipe, which you wouldn’t normally do in a cake recipe, but since this is a “quick bread” the texture is a little denser, but still tender! Sour cream adds moisture to the bread, which is a secret ingredient that I love! Dust the blueberries lightly with flour before stirring them into the batter. This prevents the blueberries from sinking to the bottom of the bread. Add a few blueberries to the top of the batter before you bake. This just makes it pretty when it’s baked!

Can You Use Frozen Blueberries In This Blueberry Banana Bread?

Yes, absolutely! Frozen fruit is fantastic in baking, and a great alternative when blueberries aren’t in season. Just thaw the blueberries completely and pat dry before dusting them with flour and adding to the batter.

How Do You Store Banana Bread?

Banana Bread can be stored at room temperature. I like to use large zip-top bags just for ease, but you can also use plastic wrap, or aluminum foil. Just wrap it airtight and it will stay moist for days!

Can You Freeze Blueberry Banana Bread?

Absolutely! Banana Bread is one of those recipes that actually gets better when it sits. I always find it to be moister the day after you bake it! So freezing banana bread is a great option if you double the batch! Make one to eat to now, and freeze one for later!

Can You Make This Blueberry Banana Bread into Muffins?

Indeed! I actually have a recipe here on my site for Banana Muffins, and you can follow that recipe and add blueberries to it, OR you can make this recipe and adapt the baking time as stated in the muffin recipe. I actually use the same base banana bread recipe for both, so I know it will work perfectly!