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Calculated Shard: 26 (from laksa169)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa026.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/","crawl_time":1776284429,"first_indexed_time":1586537055,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,theclevercarrot!www,\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/ s443","src_root_hash":"17272754094828263426","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Ultimate Sourdough Banana Bread - The Clever Carrot","meta_descriptions":["Make my soft, rich, same-day sourdough banana bread with active starter or discard. One bowl. Simple recipe. Best velvety texture."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Make soft, rich, same-day sourdough banana bread at home with\nactive starter\nor\nsourdough discard\n. One bowl. Simple recipe. My secret? All brown sugar, overripe bananas, and a specific mixing order for a velvety soft texture and bold, caramel taste.\nI’ve tested\nhundreds\nof banana bread recipes in my career and here’s what I know: this is not your average sourdough banana bread. The texture is soft and smooth, like velvet. Everyone asks for the recipe. It’s the only banana bread recipe I make.\nThe original version comes from\nThe Boathouse\nrestaurant in Manly, Australia, which I adapted to include\nsourdough\n. You can use bubbly,\nactive sourdough\nor\nsourdough discard\n– whatever you have is fine.\nI like to make this recipe on the same day using leftover discard from fluffy\nsourdough pancakes,\nsourdough pasta\nor even\nsourdough bread.\nHowever, feel free to ferment the batter overnight if you prefer. The texture will only change slightly due to how much the flour absorbs overnight.\nWant to bake more?\nCheck out my full collection of\nsourdough discard recipes\nhere.\nWhat Makes It Ultimate?\nAll brown sugar\n.\nWhen combined with perfectly overripe bananas and pure vanilla extract, it creates the most exquisite caramel taste. It will blow you away. No white sugar is used in this recipe.\nSpecific mixing order\n.\nTypically when making a quick bread like this, you’d simply combine the wet and dry ingredients and call it a day.\nBut here, you’ll cream a portion of the wet ingredients first, then add the dry ingredients, followed by the milk and olive oil.\nI was definitely hesitant about this mixing order (the batter looks totally strange when you get to the oil part). But it’s the science behind the banana bread’s velvety soft texture.\nNo cinnamon.\nShocking, I know. But your won’t miss it. Cinnamon is lovely but strong and the lack of it really let’s that caramel flavor shine through.\nMix bananas, brown sugar & vanilla\nAdd eggs & starter\nCoat loaf pans in butter\nHow To make Sourdough Banana Bread {Step-by-Step Recipe}\nTo Start:\nPreheat the oven to 360 F (that’s not a typo). Baking at 10 degrees higher than the standard 350 F gives this sourdough banana bread a nice lift. Thn coast your loaf pan with softened butter Normally, I use a\n9×5-inch pan\n. You can also use three 7x3x2\nmini loaf pans\ninstead. I like to freeze the little ones individually. So cute!\nNext:\nAdd the bananas, brown sugar and vanilla extract to a bowl. Don’t bother slicing the bananas, just break them up by hand. Cream together with a stand mixer or hand held mixer. Add the eggs and the sourdough starter.\nAdd flour, baking soda & salt\nAdd milk and oil\nPour batter into pan(s)\nAdd:\nThe dry ingredients, followed by the milk and oil. The liquids will not blend in right away. Just keep mixing on low speed until completely absorbed. Pour the batter into your prepared pan(s).\nTo Finish:\nPlace into a sheet pan and bake until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Plan on 60-65 minutes for a\nstandard loaf pan\nand 45 minutes for the\nmini pans.\nCool before cutting into thick, sturdy slices.\nFinal Thoughts:\nFriends, please look no further. This sourdough banana bread is truly the very best. It’s soft and moist, packed with caramel-banana flavor in every bit. Take a cue from The Boathouse restaurant and serve it with salted butter or mascarpone cheese for a decadent treat! Then come back and bake my\nmoist sourdough blueberry muffins\n, these\neasy, no-roll sourdough scones\n,\nsourdough waffles (overnight or same day)\nand more.\nBy signing up, you agree to receive emails from The Clever Carrot. Unsubscribe at any time.\nDescription\nBanana bread is a comfort food classic. My secret is plenty of brown sugar, overripe bananas, and a specific mixing order for the ultimate sourdough banana bread. Recipe adapted from The Boathouse restaurant in Manly, Australia.\nNotes: \nOut of sourdough starter? You can still make this recipe (and it’s delicious!). Increase the milk to 125 ml (1\/2 cup) total.\nYou will need a\nstandard 9×5-inch loaf pan\nor\nthree 7x3x2 mini loaf pans\nfor baking.\nButter, for coating the pan\n375 g\noverripe bananas (appx.\n1 1\/2 cups\nlightly smashed)\n225 g\n(\n1 1\/4 cups\nlightly packed) light or dark brown sugar\n1½ tsp\npure vanilla extract\n2\nlarge eggs\n100 g\n(appx. 1\/2 cup) active\nsourdough starter or \nor \nsourdough discard\n250g\n(\n2 cups\n) all-purpose flour\n1½ tsp\nbaking soda\n1\/4 tsp\nfine sea salt\n60\nml (1\/4 cup) milk\n125\nml (½ cup) neutral flavored oil\nPowdered sugar, butter, and mascarpone cheese for serving, optional\nCook Mode\nPrevent your screen from going dark\nPreheat the oven to 360 F.\nLightly coat three 7x3x2 mini loaf pans or one\n9×5-inch loaf pan\nwith butter.\nAdd the bananas, sugar, and vanilla to a bowl. Cream with a hand held mixer or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, about 30 seconds to 1 minute (some small lumps of banana are okay).\nAdd the eggs, one at a time until fully incorporated. Add the sourdough starter.\nSift the flour, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl. Working in batches, add this to the banana mixture.\nAdd the milk and oil and mix until just combined. Do not over do it; the banana bread will be tough.\nPour the batter into the prepared pan(s). If using the mini loaf pans, place them onto a baking sheet and transfer to the oven.\nBake for 45 minutes (for the\nmini loaf pans\n) or 60- 65 minutes (for the\nstandard 9×5-inch pan\n), until rich golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cover with foil if the loaf browns too quickly.\nCool in the pan for 20 minutes, and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.\nServe with powdered sugar for a nice touch!","attrs_markdown":"[Get your FREE Sourdough Starter Cheat Sheet → **Subscribe now\\!**](https:\/\/theclevercarrot.myflodesk.com\/newsletter)\n\n[The Clever Carrot](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/)\n\n- [About](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/)\n  - [About The Clever Carrot](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/about\/)\n- [My Books](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/cookbooks\/)\n  - [Artisan Sourdough](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/cookbooks\/artisan-sourdough-made-simple\/)\n  - [The Clever Cookbook](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/cookbooks\/the-clever-cookbook\/)\n- [Bake Better Bread](https:\/\/theclevercarrot.myflodesk.com\/vdsasp0h8p)\n- [Sourdough](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/sourdough-baking\/)\n  - [Sourdough Bread Recipes](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/sourdough-recipes\/)\n  - [Sourdough Starters](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/sourdough-starters\/)\n  - [Sourdough Discard Recipes](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/sourdough-discard-recipes\/)\n  - [Sourdough Tips + Techniques](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/sourdough-tips-techniques\/)\n  - [To Serve With Bread](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/to-serve-with-bread\/)\n- [Homemade Pasta](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/homemade-pasta\/)\n  - [Fresh Homemade Pasta Recipes](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/homemade-pasta\/)\n  - [Pasta Sauce](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/pasta-sauce\/)\n  - [Homemade Gnocchi](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/homemade-gnocchi\/)\n  - [Homemade Ravioli](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/homemade-pasta\/homemade-ravioli\/)\n- [Recipes](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/recipes\/)\n  - [Sourdough Bread Recipes](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/sourdough-recipes\/)\n  - [Cookies, Cakes + Sweet Treats](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/recipes\/cookies-cakes-sweets\/)\n  - [Dinner Ideas](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/recipes\/dinner-ideas\/)\n  - [Pasta + Grains](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/recipes\/dinner-ideas\/pasta-grains\/)\n  - [Risotto](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/recipes\/dinner-ideas\/risotto\/)\n  - [Side Dish](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/recipes\/sides-recipes\/)\n  - [Salads](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/recipes\/salads-recipes\/)\n  - [Soups](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/recipes\/soups\/)\n  - [Snacks](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/recipes\/snacks-recipes\/)\n\n[Home](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/) » [Sourdough Discard Recipes](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/sourdough-discard-recipes\/)\n\n# Ultimate Sourdough Banana Bread\n[Sourdough Discard Recipes](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/category\/sourdough-discard-recipes\/)\n\n[4\\.9 from 431 reviews](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#respond)\n\n[955 comments](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comments)\n\nBy [Emilie Raffa](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/about-emilie-raffa\/ \"Visit Emilie Raffa’s website\") — Updated October 30, 2025 — *This post may contain [affiliate links.](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/privacy-policy\/)*\n\n[Jump to Recipe](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#tasty-recipes-24368-jump-target)\n\n*Make soft, rich, same-day sourdough banana bread at home with [active starter](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2019\/03\/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe\/?swcfpc=1) or [sourdough discard](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/10\/sourdough-discard-101-recipes-faqs-answered-pancakes\/?swcfpc=1). One bowl. Simple recipe. My secret? All brown sugar, overripe bananas, and a specific mixing order for a velvety soft texture and bold, caramel taste.*\n\n![Golden, moist, sourdough banana bread in a loaf pan](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%20811'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Golden, moist, sourdough banana bread in a loaf pan](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-on-Rack.jpg)\n\nI’ve tested *hundreds* of banana bread recipes in my career and here’s what I know: this is not your average sourdough banana bread. The texture is soft and smooth, like velvet. Everyone asks for the recipe. It’s the only banana bread recipe I make.\n\nThe original version comes from [The Boathouse](https:\/\/theboathousesb.com.au\/) restaurant in Manly, Australia, which I adapted to include [sourdough](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2019\/03\/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe\/). You can use bubbly, [active sourdough](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2019\/03\/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe\/) or [sourdough discard](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/10\/sourdough-discard-101-recipes-faqs-answered-pancakes\/)– whatever you have is fine.\n\nI like to make this recipe on the same day using leftover discard from fluffy [sourdough pancakes,](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/05\/homemade-fluffy-sourdough-pancakes\/) [sourdough pasta](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2023\/04\/best-sourdough-pasta-1-hour-or-overnight\/) or even [sourdough bread.](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2014\/01\/sourdough-bread-a-beginners-guide\/) However, feel free to ferment the batter overnight if you prefer. The texture will only change slightly due to how much the flour absorbs overnight.\n\n***Want to bake more?*** Check out my full collection of **sourdough discard recipes** here.\n\n![Sourdough banana bread cut into thick slices on parchment paper](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%201005'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Sourdough banana bread cut into thick slices on parchment paper](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-4.jpg)\n\n![Sourdough banana bread ingredients: overripe bananas, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, salt, baking soda, flour, oil, milk and sourdough starter](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%201047'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Sourdough banana bread ingredients: overripe bananas, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, salt, baking soda, flour, oil, milk and sourdough starter](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Ingredients.jpg)\n\n### What Makes It Ultimate?\n- ***All brown sugar*.** When combined with perfectly overripe bananas and pure vanilla extract, it creates the most exquisite caramel taste. It will blow you away. No white sugar is used in this recipe.\n- ***Specific mixing order**.* Typically when making a quick bread like this, you’d simply combine the wet and dry ingredients and call it a day. **But here, you’ll cream a portion of the wet ingredients first, then add the dry ingredients, followed by the milk and olive oil.** I was definitely hesitant about this mixing order (the batter looks totally strange when you get to the oil part). But it’s the science behind the banana bread’s velvety soft texture.\n- ***No cinnamon.*** Shocking, I know. But your won’t miss it. Cinnamon is lovely but strong and the lack of it really let’s that caramel flavor shine through.\n\n![Brown sugar and bananas in a large mixing bowl](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20400%20600'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Brown sugar and bananas in a large mixing bowl](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Bowl-with-Bananas-400x600.jpg)\n\nMix bananas, brown sugar & vanilla\n\n![Creamed brown sugar, bananas, eggs and vanilla in a large glass mixing bowl](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20400%20600'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Creamed brown sugar, bananas, eggs and vanilla in a large glass mixing bowl](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Pans-2-400x600.jpg)\n\nAdd eggs & starter\n\n![Loaf pans coated in butter](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%20914'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Loaf pans coated in butter](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Loaf-Pans.jpg)\n\nCoat loaf pans in butter\n## How To make Sourdough Banana Bread {Step-by-Step Recipe}\n***To Start:*** Preheat the oven to 360 F (that’s not a typo). Baking at 10 degrees higher than the standard 350 F gives this sourdough banana bread a nice lift. Thn coast your loaf pan with softened butter Normally, I use a **[9×5-inch pan](https:\/\/amzn.to\/412z2MQ)**. You can also use three 7x3x2 **[mini loaf pans](https:\/\/amzn.to\/2ZtZKiN)** instead. I like to freeze the little ones individually. So cute\\!\n\n***Next:*** Add the bananas, brown sugar and vanilla extract to a bowl. Don’t bother slicing the bananas, just break them up by hand. Cream together with a stand mixer or hand held mixer. Add the eggs and the sourdough starter.\n\n![Dry ingredients (flour, baking soda & salt) added to creamed sugar and banana mixture](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20400%20600'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Dry ingredients (flour, baking soda & salt) added to creamed sugar and banana mixture](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Batter-400x600.jpg)\n\nAdd flour, baking soda & salt\n\n![Sourdough banana bread batter with milk and oil mixed into the bowl](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20400%20600'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Sourdough banana bread batter with milk and oil mixed into the bowl](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Mixed-Batter-400x600.jpg)\n\nAdd milk and oil\n\n![Sourdough banana bread batter poured into butter-coated loaf pans](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%20989'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Sourdough banana bread batter poured into butter-coated loaf pans](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-in-Pans.jpg)\n\nPour batter into pan(s)\n\n***Add:*** The dry ingredients, followed by the milk and oil. The liquids will not blend in right away. Just keep mixing on low speed until completely absorbed. Pour the batter into your prepared pan(s).\n\n***To Finish:*** Place into a sheet pan and bake until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Plan on 60-65 minutes for a **[standard loaf pan](https:\/\/amzn.to\/412z2MQ)** and 45 minutes for the **[mini pans.](https:\/\/amzn.to\/2ZtZKiN)** Cool before cutting into thick, sturdy slices.\n\n![Golden baked sourdough banana bread](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%20999'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Golden baked sourdough banana bread](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread.jpg)\n\n![Golden sourdough banana bread](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%20923'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Golden sourdough banana bread](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-2.jpg)\n### Final Thoughts:\nFriends, please look no further. This sourdough banana bread is truly the very best. It’s soft and moist, packed with caramel-banana flavor in every bit. Take a cue from The Boathouse restaurant and serve it with salted butter or mascarpone cheese for a decadent treat! Then come back and bake my **[moist sourdough blueberry muffins](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2023\/05\/homemade-sourdough-blueberry-muffins-overnight\/?swcfpc=1)**, these [**easy, no-roll sourdough scones**](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2023\/10\/easy-no-roll-sourdough-scones-overnight-option\/?swcfpc=1), [**sourdough waffles (overnight or same day)**](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2019\/03\/cinnamon-sugar-sourdough-waffles\/) and more.\n\nBy signing up, you agree to receive emails from The Clever Carrot. Unsubscribe at any time.\n\nclock icon\n\ncutlery icon\n\nflag icon\n\nfolder icon\n\ninstagram icon\n\npinterest icon\n\nfacebook icon\n\nprint icon\n\nsquares icon\n\nheart icon\n\nheart solid icon\n\n![](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20447%20453'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Loaf-447x453.jpg)\n\n## Ultimate Sourdough Banana Bread\n*5 Stars*     *4 Stars*     *3 Stars*     *2 Stars*     *1 Star*   4\\.9 from 431 reviews\n\n- Author: [Emilie Raffa](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/about-emilie-raffa\/)\n- Prep Time:\n  10 minutes\n- Cook Time:\n  65 minutes\n- Total Time:\n  1 hour 15 minutes\n- Yield:\n  1 loaf or 3 mini loaves 1x\n- Category:\n  Sourdough Baking\n- Method:\n  Baking\n- Cuisine:\n  American\n- Diet:\n  Vegetarian\n\n[Print Recipe](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/print\/24368\/)\n\n[Pin Recipe]()\n\n***\n### Description\n*Banana bread is a comfort food classic. My secret is plenty of brown sugar, overripe bananas, and a specific mixing order for the ultimate sourdough banana bread. Recipe adapted from The Boathouse restaurant in Manly, Australia.*\n\n*Notes:*\n\n*Out of sourdough starter? You can still make this recipe (and it’s delicious!). Increase the milk to 125 ml (1\/2 cup) total.*\n\n*You will need a [standard 9×5-inch loaf pan](https:\/\/amzn.to\/412z2MQ) or [three 7x3x2 mini loaf pans](https:\/\/amzn.to\/2ZtZKiN) for baking.*\n***\n### Ingredients\n- Butter, for coating the pan\n- 375 g overripe bananas (appx. 1 1\/2 cups lightly smashed)\n- 225 g (1 1\/4 cups lightly packed) light or dark brown sugar\n- 1½ tsp pure vanilla extract\n- 2 large eggs\n- 100 g (appx. 1\/2 cup) active [sourdough starter or or](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2019\/03\/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe\/) [sourdough discard](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/10\/sourdough-discard-101-recipes-faqs-answered-pancakes\/)\n- 250g (2 cups) all-purpose flour\n- 1½ tsp baking soda\n- 1\/4 tsp fine sea salt\n- 60ml (1\/4 cup) milk\n- 125ml (½ cup) neutral flavored oil\n- Powdered sugar, butter, and mascarpone cheese for serving, optional\n\nCook Mode  Prevent your screen from going dark\n***\n### Instructions\n1. Preheat the oven to 360 F.\n2. Lightly coat three 7x3x2 mini loaf pans or one [9×5-inch loaf pan](https:\/\/amzn.to\/412z2MQ) with butter.\n3. Add the bananas, sugar, and vanilla to a bowl. Cream with a hand held mixer or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, about 30 seconds to 1 minute (some small lumps of banana are okay).\n4. Add the eggs, one at a time until fully incorporated. Add the sourdough starter.\n5. Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl. Working in batches, add this to the banana mixture.\n6. Add the milk and oil and mix until just combined. Do not over do it; the banana bread will be tough.\n7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s). If using the mini loaf pans, place them onto a baking sheet and transfer to the oven.\n8. Bake for 45 minutes (for the [mini loaf pans](https:\/\/amzn.to\/2ZtZKiN)) or 60- 65 minutes (for the [standard 9×5-inch pan](https:\/\/amzn.to\/412z2MQ)), until rich golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cover with foil if the loaf browns too quickly.\n9. Cool in the pan for 20 minutes, and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.\n10. 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Katie Pace says\n   \n   [April 11, 2026 at 8:11 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019956)\n   \n   Made this Banana Bread today. Amazing! Previous to this I tried 2 other recipes, both terrible. This was so different, turned out as pictured. So happy\\!\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019956)\n2. Carmie says\n   \n   [April 11, 2026 at 1:28 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019951)\n   \n   Great recipe!! Have you tried adding any nuts or chocolate chips to it?\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019951)\n3. Debbie says\n   \n   [April 11, 2026 at 9:04 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019945)\n   \n   Recipe looks really good. My husband prefers muffins instead. Can you confirm if you would do anything different in recipe \/ cooking temperature and length of cooking time. Thanks.\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019945)\n4. Rachel says\n   \n   [April 9, 2026 at 9:15 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019906)\n   \n   Where is the option to ferment\/culture overnight? I’d like all of the flour to be “transformed” by the sourdough culture.\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019906)\n5. jeff bossardet says\n   \n   [April 4, 2026 at 12:56 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019798)\n   \n   Wow. I will forever be making, and sharing, this recipe. Many thanks.\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019798)\n6. Misha says\n   \n   [March 31, 2026 at 2:55 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019668)\n   \n   I’ve baked so many different banana bread recipes and this one takes the cake (pun intended haha). My husband said it was the best tasting banana bread he’s ever had and my kids inhaled it! Thank you for sharing this recipe\\!\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019668)\n   - Emilie Raffa says\n     \n     [March 31, 2026 at 1:04 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019678)\n     \n     Hi Misha! I’m so glad you love this recipe. That’s why I call it the “ULTIMATE” 😉 So good to share\\!\n     \n     [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019678)\n7. LeAnna says\n   \n   [March 25, 2026 at 12:52 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019543)\n   \n   Nice texture, very light and moist, not dense. Strong baking soda taste.\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019543)\n8. Squid says\n   \n   [March 23, 2026 at 11:50 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019448)\n   \n   I added walnuts and it’s delicious, moist and actually rose – which my cakes never do! Slightly burnt even though it was only 60 min in the oven though.\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019448)\n9. Robert says\n   \n   [March 22, 2026 at 6:10 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019428)\n   \n   I have made this banana bread 3 times, it is a great sweet treat\\!  \n    Adding some walnuts and doing an overnight ferment before adding the baking soda this time.\n   \n   TY for the recipe\\!\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019428)\n10. Kaytlyn says\n    \n    [March 12, 2026 at 3:40 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019210)\n    \n    I just made this but with 100% spelt flour cause that’s all I have left in my house. Other than the texture being more crumby, this loaf is fabulous. Thank you for a great recipe.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019210)\n11. Dem says\n    \n    [March 9, 2026 at 1:20 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019137)\n    \n    Súper súper yummy! Made it last week, gluten free with gf sourdough starter and Bob’s 1to1 gf flour.\n    \n    I did bake it in a 7×11 pan so I didn’t have to worry about the middle not cooking well, and it’s easier to serve to a crowd that way. Also added chocolate chips into the mix at the end and covered with foil while baking as soon as it started browning up on the outside. My husband (not gf) asked me to make it again this week and to serve to guests.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019137)\n12. LINDA J NELSON says\n    \n    [March 8, 2026 at 9:38 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019106)\n    \n    I wanted to receive the health benefits of fermentation, so I followed the recipe, with the exception of adding the baking soda, until I was ready to bake the bread. I refrigerated overnight, and the next morning I added the baking soda and baked. The results were amazing; a soft, moist bread.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019106)\n    - Robert says\n      \n      [March 22, 2026 at 6:11 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019429)\n      \n      Thank you I am giving that method a try today.\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019429)\n13. LINDA J NELSON says\n    \n    [March 7, 2026 at 2:04 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019086)\n    \n    How do you make it if fermenting the flour and starter overnight?\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1019086)\n14. Heather says\n    \n    [March 4, 2026 at 2:42 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018994)\n    \n    Absolute best banana bread recipe! I substitute the flour with einkorn flour. The flavor is excellent\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018994)\n15. Jewel says\n    \n    [March 3, 2026 at 9:11 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018985)\n    \n    Made this twice now, so good! 2 year old is my favorite helper! Thank you\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018985)\n16. KB says\n    \n    [March 3, 2026 at 1:37 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018969)\n    \n    Hands down the best banana bread recipe I have ever used! Everyone wants their own loaf\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018969)\n17. Janet says\n    \n    [February 23, 2026 at 11:38 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018829)\n    \n    I’ve made this recipe twice now and every time, my flour mixture always clumps into little pellets (similar to what happens when you add flour to hot liquid). I followed the recipe in the right order. Do you know what I did wrong?\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018829)\n    - Emilie Raffa says\n      \n      [February 24, 2026 at 2:29 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018853)\n      \n      Hi Janet! Are you adding the flour in batches? This will help. Doing so (a little bit at a time) will ensure the flour absorbs the liquid slowly. Too much too soon could be the culprit. Also: using a stand mixer or hand held mixer will help too.\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018853)\n      - Janet says\n        \n        [February 25, 2026 at 1:04 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018871)\n        \n        The first time, I added them in 2 batches and used a rubber spatula to fold it in, which was probably too much. I continued to bake it thinking the clumps would go away (like with pancake batter), butt they didn’t. This time, I added the flour mixture a little at a time using a whisk and I was still getting big and little clumps. I went through and broke up all of them individually. I seem to be the only one having this problem. :) My bread was good with a lovely “ear” but pretty dense. Is it supposed to be a little heavy or light? Thank you.\n        \n        [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018871)\n18. Caite says\n    \n    [February 20, 2026 at 8:21 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018764)\n    \n    Substituted about 1\/3 of the flour for whole wheat. Everything was great and it turned out perfectly moist.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018764)\n19. Max says\n    \n    [February 17, 2026 at 1:37 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018724)\n    \n    The first time I made this recipe I thought it’s one of the softest banana breads i’ve ever eaten. I tried to recreate it in different orders, but its never as fluffy and soft.  \n     What’s the science of adding the oil and milk in the end? Is it like a protective layer from forming the gluten?\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018724)\n20. Lucinda Kiessling says\n    \n    [February 10, 2026 at 3:36 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018596)\n    \n    Forgot to rate them. Definitely 5 stars for this recipe and every recipe that I have tried of Emilie’s with great success.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018596)\n    - Emilie Raffa says\n      \n      [February 11, 2026 at 9:45 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018606)\n      \n      You are so kind for circling back! Thank you, Lucinda 🥰\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018606)\n21. Lucinda Kiessling says\n    \n    [February 10, 2026 at 1:24 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018590)\n    \n    Used thawed out cranberries along with the mashed banana when I didn’t have enough ripe bananas. I had quadrupled the recipe and added the cranberries at the very end of the mixing. The loaves took longer to bake but they were very yummy with the tartness of the cranberries and sweetness of the banana. This will be my go to recipe from now on. Your recipes Emilie are incredible and I have tried several. My other favorites are the cranberry\/orange scones and the oatmeal raisin cookies. Yum 😋 😋 😋 Thanks for sharing your recipes, Emilie.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018590)\n    - Jill says\n      \n      [February 21, 2026 at 7:48 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018772)\n      \n      I agree 100%. She has GREAT recipes!\\!\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018772)\n22. Nikki says\n    \n    [February 4, 2026 at 5:02 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018450)\n    \n    These were perfect! I wanted muffins so I baked for 17 minutes. First batch I tried a higher temperature of 400 as I saw suggested in a comment here, but it made them extremely dark. Still good! Next two batches I baked at 360 and they came out perfect\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018450)\n23. Janet E Smith says\n    \n    [February 4, 2026 at 10:59 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018445)\n    \n    I made this and while it worked out well, it is too sweet for me. I will decrease the sugar next time, or just eat the bananas fresh with some berries for a very healthy snack, dessert, or with a few nuts sprinkled on, and. toast for breakfast.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018445)\n24. Fleur says\n    \n    [February 2, 2026 at 10:03 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018409)\n    \n    Truly an outstanding recipe. Best banana bread I’ve ever made.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018409)\n25. Soph says\n    \n    [January 30, 2026 at 1:40 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018210)\n    \n    This recipe was delicious! I added half a cup of semi sweet chocolate chips which sealed the deal. A must try\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018210)\n26. Angie says\n    \n    [January 27, 2026 at 11:49 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018152)\n    \n    I haven’t rated because mine is in oven baking now. The bananas I used were frozen. I measured them out when frozen & then thawed them. I added all the juices from them. When I got to the point of adding the milk & oil, I didn’t because it would have been way too runny. I don’t know if i made the right decision. I don’t know, maybe it won’t turn out. Do you think using frozen bananas weren’t a good idea?\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018152)\n    - Jen says\n      \n      [February 28, 2026 at 9:36 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018927)\n      \n      I always use frozen bananas but follow the rest of the recipe as is and it’s always perfect\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018927)\n27. Scott Hespen says\n    \n    [January 24, 2026 at 8:10 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018091)\n    \n    I made this recipe as stated except that I used jaggery instead of brown sugar at my wifes request and added a 1\/2 cup of crushed walnts. It was exceptionally good and I’m convinced the jaggery really enhanced the flavor over brown sugar. I will have to make it again with light brown sugar to check that theory. In any event, great recipe, nice almost airy loaf compared to most heavier banana bread recipes I’ve had. Well done\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018091)\n    - Ed Friday says\n      \n      [February 21, 2026 at 2:07 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018770)\n      \n      When does the starter go in?????\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018770)\n      - Robin says\n        \n        [March 3, 2026 at 6:43 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018966)\n        \n        Check out Step 4. After the eggs\n        \n        [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018966)\n28. SCL says\n    \n    [January 23, 2026 at 10:12 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018047)\n    \n    This really is the ultimate banana bread recipe. I made two pans of this to take to a party last weekend and it was an instant hit. It even traveled well\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018047)\n29. mac says\n    \n    [January 21, 2026 at 7:43 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018029)\n    \n    hi can we proof the mixture overnight?\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018029)\n30. Tammy Barnack says\n    \n    [January 13, 2026 at 1:04 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017827)\n    \n    This recipe is amazing I used brown butter and it truly was delicious with the brown sugar.  \n     I even added blueberries, cherries and raisins.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017827)\n31. Lindsay Hooper says\n    \n    [January 12, 2026 at 2:55 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017804)\n    \n    Soooo good!\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017804)\n32. Liat says\n    \n    [January 12, 2026 at 9:11 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017801)\n    \n    This looks wonderful! If I’m out of milk, can I use yogurt instead? I just turned all my milk into yogurt… but I have a huge banana harvest that needs to be addressed!! Thanks\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017801)\n33. Shayna says\n    \n    [January 10, 2026 at 4:56 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017777)\n    \n    Best banana bread I EVER made and that’s saying something because I’ve made it A LOT. I used a fork instead of a stand mixer and it still came out perfect. I will never use another recipe again!\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017777)\n34. Jean says\n    \n    [January 3, 2026 at 7:12 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017673)\n    \n    The texture of this load is perfect. The recipe came together quickly. I love the deep brown colour, moist crumb and it is simply delicious. I definitely will be making this recipe again. I added a few chocolate chips on the top because, when you have grandchildren, it is just an unspoken rule lol.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017673)\n35. Heidi A Martin says\n    \n    [January 1, 2026 at 12:49 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017631)\n    \n    Do I HAVE to butter the pans, or can I use parchment? 🤔\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017631)\n36. April Amiel says\n    \n    [December 19, 2025 at 11:29 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017437)\n    \n    Wow, this is the BEST banana bread I’ve ever had. And I’ve made a lot of banana bread! It’s so buttery and light despite their being no better. It’s perfect.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017437)\n37. Lobo Mitro says\n    \n    [December 17, 2025 at 4:44 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017403)\n    \n    This is the best moist spongy banana bread I have ever made. Simple and same day. Outstanding!!! Will be making this again soon.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017403)\n38. Chauncey says\n    \n    [December 16, 2025 at 12:43 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017362)\n    \n    I’ve made this bread several times now with subtle changes and varying results it’s always delicious and amazing\\!  \n     Thanks\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017362)\n39. Sqrl says\n    \n    [December 12, 2025 at 9:13 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017302)\n    \n    I just made this today and I have to say, I’ve been baking banana bread for years and this is hands down the absolute best banana bread I’ve ever made! I used avocado oil as my oil of choice and made one large loaf. Around the 50 minute mark I covered it with foil to prevent it from getting too dark, my loaf took probably close to 1h20m until it hit 200 degrees in the middle. It was lightly crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside to perfection! Ty for the great recipe, another great use for my sourdough discard and my new go to recipe\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017302)\n40. Mahima says\n    \n    [December 10, 2025 at 4:33 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017258)\n    \n    What can I use instead of eggs?\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017258)\n    - Emilie Raffa says\n      \n      [December 10, 2025 at 11:12 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017265)\n      \n      Hi there! Some bakers have used Bob’s Red Mill egg replacer with great results. Others have used flax egg. Both will change the texture slightly, but still very good\\!\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017265)\n      - Mahima Nangia says\n        \n        [December 11, 2025 at 2:57 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017285)\n        \n        Thanks. Tried it last night. It was delicious but very gummy :(. Fell flat as soon as I took it out of the oven. I think the batter was too wet ? It wasn’t undercooked for sure\n        \n        [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017285)\n    - Chauncey says\n      \n      [December 16, 2025 at 12:48 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017364)\n      \n      I’ve made it three times now using aqua faba and it’s great. 😁\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017364)\n41. Nic says\n    \n    [December 9, 2025 at 8:54 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017255)\n    \n    Wow I’ve made other banana bread recipes that were dense, dry, or blah. This one came out soft, fluffy, and delicious. Rather than loaf pans I used two cupcake pans and cooked for ~15 minutes close to sea level. YMMV if you use cupcake tins like me, check with a toothpick\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017255)\n42. LMarie says\n    \n    [December 5, 2025 at 5:09 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017182)\n    \n    This banana bread is on another level!! Wow it’s spectacular! You are right…I will never need another banana bread recipe again. Thank you 😋\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1017182)\n43. Eleanor says\n    \n    [November 20, 2025 at 11:05 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016924)\n    \n    I have been making this bread non-stop! So delicious. I’m wanting to gift mini-loaves for the holidays and realizing that the linked loaf pans are different sizes than what you mention (6×2.5×2 vs 7x3x2). Do you think the recipe will still work with the 6×2.5×2 loaf pan?\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016924)\n44. Holly Carter says\n    \n    [November 16, 2025 at 8:34 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016844)\n    \n    Where do you get the mini loaf pans shown in the recipe? They look great for gifting. Ive made this several times and it is amazing\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016844)\n    - Flowerchild Cisco says\n      \n      [January 24, 2026 at 1:54 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018083)\n      \n      I see all sizes and shapes of foil pans at the dollar store, like Dollar Tree.\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1018083)\n45. Marissa roberts says\n    \n    [November 14, 2025 at 12:54 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016787)\n    \n    This recipe is unlike any banana bread recipe I’ve used before (its the method and the brown sugar that set this apart), and it’s just the BEST banana bread ever, no alterations needed. Delightfully fluffy, soft and carmell-y, perfect mild banana flavor- I don’t desire to ever make a different banana bread\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016787)\n46. Leslie says\n    \n    [November 10, 2025 at 8:52 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016732)\n    \n    I just made this and was great! I might play around with toppings next time, but the bread texture was delicious 😋\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016732)\n47. Terra says\n    \n    [November 9, 2025 at 5:16 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016714)\n    \n    Made for first time. I’m a banana bread aficionado and have made a 100 different other recipes. This is by far my favorite first try and a great way to use up discard and coconut oil. Thank you for creating and sharing this amazing recipe\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016714)\n48. Sara says\n    \n    [November 3, 2025 at 10:58 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016580)\n    \n    This is my go to banana bread recipe! She gives a modification if you don’t have starter too. It’s really good bread.. I’ve done the mini loaf version and a regular loaf pan and they always turn out\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016580)\n49. ZClare says\n    \n    [October 29, 2025 at 9:12 am](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016486)\n    \n    This is my new favorite banana (nut) bread. My “old” non-sourdough recipe called for 2 sticks of butter and 2 cups of sugar!! yikes. The Clever Carrot’s sourdough banana bread recipe is light and not so sweet tasting. The brown sugar mixed in with the ripe bananas really does enhances that all natural sweet flavor. I followed the specific instructions to a T then added chopped pecans in the bread and topped it with pecans. So delicious.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016486)\n50. Pooya says\n    \n    [October 27, 2025 at 11:09 pm](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016471)\n    \n    This is really an amazing recipe. My 5 year old asks for a slice in her lunch box every single day.  \n     I modified it a bit tho, used 70 gram of sugar and 50 gram of oil, and added chocolate chips. Thank you for a great recipe :)\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/#comment-1016471)\n\n[Newer Comments »](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/04\/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread\/comment-page-2\/#comments)\n\n## Primary Sidebar\n### Meet Emilie\n[![](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20400%20385'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)![](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Emilie.jpg)](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/about-emilie-raffa\/)\n\nHi! 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One bowl. Simple recipe. My secret? All brown sugar, overripe bananas, and a specific mixing order for a velvety soft texture and bold, caramel taste.*\n\n![Golden, moist, sourdough banana bread in a loaf pan](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-on-Rack.jpg)\n\nI’ve tested *hundreds* of banana bread recipes in my career and here’s what I know: this is not your average sourdough banana bread. The texture is soft and smooth, like velvet. Everyone asks for the recipe. It’s the only banana bread recipe I make.\n\nThe original version comes from [The Boathouse](https:\/\/theboathousesb.com.au\/) restaurant in Manly, Australia, which I adapted to include [sourdough](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2019\/03\/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe\/). You can use bubbly, [active sourdough](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2019\/03\/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe\/) or [sourdough discard](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/10\/sourdough-discard-101-recipes-faqs-answered-pancakes\/)– whatever you have is fine.\n\nI like to make this recipe on the same day using leftover discard from fluffy [sourdough pancakes,](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/05\/homemade-fluffy-sourdough-pancakes\/) [sourdough pasta](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2023\/04\/best-sourdough-pasta-1-hour-or-overnight\/) or even [sourdough bread.](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2014\/01\/sourdough-bread-a-beginners-guide\/) However, feel free to ferment the batter overnight if you prefer. The texture will only change slightly due to how much the flour absorbs overnight.\n\n***Want to bake more?*** Check out my full collection of **sourdough discard recipes** here.\n\n![Sourdough banana bread cut into thick slices on parchment paper](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-4.jpg)\n\n![Sourdough banana bread ingredients: overripe bananas, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, salt, baking soda, flour, oil, milk and sourdough starter](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Ingredients.jpg)\n\n### What Makes It Ultimate?\n- ***All brown sugar*.** When combined with perfectly overripe bananas and pure vanilla extract, it creates the most exquisite caramel taste. It will blow you away. No white sugar is used in this recipe.\n- ***Specific mixing order**.* Typically when making a quick bread like this, you’d simply combine the wet and dry ingredients and call it a day. **But here, you’ll cream a portion of the wet ingredients first, then add the dry ingredients, followed by the milk and olive oil.** I was definitely hesitant about this mixing order (the batter looks totally strange when you get to the oil part). But it’s the science behind the banana bread’s velvety soft texture.\n- ***No cinnamon.*** Shocking, I know. But your won’t miss it. Cinnamon is lovely but strong and the lack of it really let’s that caramel flavor shine through.\n\n![Brown sugar and bananas in a large mixing bowl](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Bowl-with-Bananas-400x600.jpg)\n\nMix bananas, brown sugar & vanilla\n\n![Creamed brown sugar, bananas, eggs and vanilla in a large glass mixing bowl](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Pans-2-400x600.jpg)\n\nAdd eggs & starter\n\n![Loaf pans coated in butter](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Loaf-Pans.jpg)\n\nCoat loaf pans in butter\n## How To make Sourdough Banana Bread {Step-by-Step Recipe}\n***To Start:*** Preheat the oven to 360 F (that’s not a typo). Baking at 10 degrees higher than the standard 350 F gives this sourdough banana bread a nice lift. Thn coast your loaf pan with softened butter Normally, I use a **[9×5-inch pan](https:\/\/amzn.to\/412z2MQ)**. You can also use three 7x3x2 **[mini loaf pans](https:\/\/amzn.to\/2ZtZKiN)** instead. I like to freeze the little ones individually. So cute\\!\n\n***Next:*** Add the bananas, brown sugar and vanilla extract to a bowl. Don’t bother slicing the bananas, just break them up by hand. Cream together with a stand mixer or hand held mixer. Add the eggs and the sourdough starter.\n\n![Dry ingredients (flour, baking soda & salt) added to creamed sugar and banana mixture](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Batter-400x600.jpg)\n\nAdd flour, baking soda & salt\n\n![Sourdough banana bread batter with milk and oil mixed into the bowl](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Mixed-Batter-400x600.jpg)\n\nAdd milk and oil\n\n![Sourdough banana bread batter poured into butter-coated loaf pans](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-in-Pans.jpg)\n\nPour batter into pan(s)\n\n***Add:*** The dry ingredients, followed by the milk and oil. The liquids will not blend in right away. Just keep mixing on low speed until completely absorbed. Pour the batter into your prepared pan(s).\n\n***To Finish:*** Place into a sheet pan and bake until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Plan on 60-65 minutes for a **[standard loaf pan](https:\/\/amzn.to\/412z2MQ)** and 45 minutes for the **[mini pans.](https:\/\/amzn.to\/2ZtZKiN)** Cool before cutting into thick, sturdy slices.\n\n![Golden baked sourdough banana bread](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread.jpg)\n\n![Golden sourdough banana bread](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-2.jpg)\n\n### Final Thoughts:\nFriends, please look no further. This sourdough banana bread is truly the very best. It’s soft and moist, packed with caramel-banana flavor in every bit. Take a cue from The Boathouse restaurant and serve it with salted butter or mascarpone cheese for a decadent treat! Then come back and bake my **[moist sourdough blueberry muffins](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2023\/05\/homemade-sourdough-blueberry-muffins-overnight\/?swcfpc=1)**, these [**easy, no-roll sourdough scones**](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2023\/10\/easy-no-roll-sourdough-scones-overnight-option\/?swcfpc=1), [**sourdough waffles (overnight or same day)**](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2019\/03\/cinnamon-sugar-sourdough-waffles\/) and more.\n\nBy signing up, you agree to receive emails from The Clever Carrot. Unsubscribe at any time.\n\n***\n### Description\n*Banana bread is a comfort food classic. My secret is plenty of brown sugar, overripe bananas, and a specific mixing order for the ultimate sourdough banana bread. Recipe adapted from The Boathouse restaurant in Manly, Australia.*\n\n*Notes:*\n\n*Out of sourdough starter? You can still make this recipe (and it’s delicious!). Increase the milk to 125 ml (1\/2 cup) total.*\n\n*You will need a [standard 9×5-inch loaf pan](https:\/\/amzn.to\/412z2MQ) or [three 7x3x2 mini loaf pans](https:\/\/amzn.to\/2ZtZKiN) for baking.*\n***\n- Butter, for coating the pan\n- 375 g overripe bananas (appx. 1 1\/2 cups lightly smashed)\n- 225 g (1 1\/4 cups lightly packed) light or dark brown sugar\n- 1½ tsp pure vanilla extract\n- 2 large eggs\n- 100 g (appx. 1\/2 cup) active [sourdough starter or or](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2019\/03\/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe\/) [sourdough discard](https:\/\/www.theclevercarrot.com\/2020\/10\/sourdough-discard-101-recipes-faqs-answered-pancakes\/)\n- 250g (2 cups) all-purpose flour\n- 1½ tsp baking soda\n- 1\/4 tsp fine sea salt\n- 60ml (1\/4 cup) milk\n- 125ml (½ cup) neutral flavored oil\n- Powdered sugar, butter, and mascarpone cheese for serving, optional\n\nCook Mode  Prevent your screen from going dark\n***\n1. Preheat the oven to 360 F.\n2. 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Boilerpipe Text	Make soft, rich, same-day sourdough banana bread at home with active starter or sourdough discard . One bowl. Simple recipe. My secret? All brown sugar, overripe bananas, and a specific mixing order for a velvety soft texture and bold, caramel taste. I’ve tested hundreds of banana bread recipes in my career and here’s what I know: this is not your average sourdough banana bread. The texture is soft and smooth, like velvet. Everyone asks for the recipe. It’s the only banana bread recipe I make. The original version comes from The Boathouse restaurant in Manly, Australia, which I adapted to include sourdough . You can use bubbly, active sourdough or sourdough discard – whatever you have is fine. I like to make this recipe on the same day using leftover discard from fluffy sourdough pancakes, sourdough pasta or even sourdough bread. However, feel free to ferment the batter overnight if you prefer. The texture will only change slightly due to how much the flour absorbs overnight. Want to bake more? Check out my full collection of sourdough discard recipes here. What Makes It Ultimate? All brown sugar . When combined with perfectly overripe bananas and pure vanilla extract, it creates the most exquisite caramel taste. It will blow you away. No white sugar is used in this recipe. Specific mixing order . Typically when making a quick bread like this, you’d simply combine the wet and dry ingredients and call it a day. But here, you’ll cream a portion of the wet ingredients first, then add the dry ingredients, followed by the milk and olive oil. I was definitely hesitant about this mixing order (the batter looks totally strange when you get to the oil part). But it’s the science behind the banana bread’s velvety soft texture. No cinnamon. Shocking, I know. But your won’t miss it. Cinnamon is lovely but strong and the lack of it really let’s that caramel flavor shine through. Mix bananas, brown sugar & vanilla Add eggs & starter Coat loaf pans in butter How To make Sourdough Banana Bread {Step-by-Step Recipe} To Start: Preheat the oven to 360 F (that’s not a typo). Baking at 10 degrees higher than the standard 350 F gives this sourdough banana bread a nice lift. Thn coast your loaf pan with softened butter Normally, I use a 9×5-inch pan . You can also use three 7x3x2 mini loaf pans instead. I like to freeze the little ones individually. So cute! Next: Add the bananas, brown sugar and vanilla extract to a bowl. Don’t bother slicing the bananas, just break them up by hand. Cream together with a stand mixer or hand held mixer. Add the eggs and the sourdough starter. Add flour, baking soda & salt Add milk and oil Pour batter into pan(s) Add: The dry ingredients, followed by the milk and oil. The liquids will not blend in right away. Just keep mixing on low speed until completely absorbed. Pour the batter into your prepared pan(s). To Finish: Place into a sheet pan and bake until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Plan on 60-65 minutes for a standard loaf pan and 45 minutes for the mini pans. Cool before cutting into thick, sturdy slices. Final Thoughts: Friends, please look no further. This sourdough banana bread is truly the very best. It’s soft and moist, packed with caramel-banana flavor in every bit. Take a cue from The Boathouse restaurant and serve it with salted butter or mascarpone cheese for a decadent treat! Then come back and bake my moist sourdough blueberry muffins , these easy, no-roll sourdough scones , sourdough waffles (overnight or same day) and more. By signing up, you agree to receive emails from The Clever Carrot. Unsubscribe at any time. Description Banana bread is a comfort food classic. My secret is plenty of brown sugar, overripe bananas, and a specific mixing order for the ultimate sourdough banana bread. Recipe adapted from The Boathouse restaurant in Manly, Australia. Notes: Out of sourdough starter? You can still make this recipe (and it’s delicious!). Increase the milk to 125 ml (1/2 cup) total. You will need a standard 9×5-inch loaf pan or three 7x3x2 mini loaf pans for baking. Butter, for coating the pan 375 g overripe bananas (appx. 1 1/2 cups lightly smashed) 225 g ( 1 1/4 cups lightly packed) light or dark brown sugar 1½ tsp pure vanilla extract 2 large eggs 100 g (appx. 1/2 cup) active sourdough starter or or sourdough discard 250g ( 2 cups ) all-purpose flour 1½ tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp fine sea salt 60 ml (1/4 cup) milk 125 ml (½ cup) neutral flavored oil Powdered sugar, butter, and mascarpone cheese for serving, optional Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark Preheat the oven to 360 F. Lightly coat three 7x3x2 mini loaf pans or one 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter. Add the bananas, sugar, and vanilla to a bowl. Cream with a hand held mixer or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, about 30 seconds to 1 minute (some small lumps of banana are okay). Add the eggs, one at a time until fully incorporated. Add the sourdough starter. Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl. Working in batches, add this to the banana mixture. Add the milk and oil and mix until just combined. Do not over do it; the banana bread will be tough. Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s). If using the mini loaf pans, place them onto a baking sheet and transfer to the oven. Bake for 45 minutes (for the mini loaf pans ) or 60- 65 minutes (for the standard 9×5-inch pan ), until rich golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cover with foil if the loaf browns too quickly. Cool in the pan for 20 minutes, and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve with powdered sugar for a nice touch!
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One bowl. Simple recipe. My secret? All brown sugar, overripe bananas, and a specific mixing order for a velvety soft texture and bold, caramel taste. ![Golden, moist, sourdough banana bread in a loaf pan](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%20811'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Golden, moist, sourdough banana bread in a loaf pan](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-on-Rack.jpg) I’ve tested hundreds of banana bread recipes in my career and here’s what I know: this is not your average sourdough banana bread. The texture is soft and smooth, like velvet. Everyone asks for the recipe. It’s the only banana bread recipe I make. The original version comes from [The Boathouse](https://theboathousesb.com.au/) restaurant in Manly, Australia, which I adapted to include [sourdough](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2019/03/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe/). You can use bubbly, [active sourdough](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2019/03/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe/) or [sourdough discard](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/10/sourdough-discard-101-recipes-faqs-answered-pancakes/)– whatever you have is fine. I like to make this recipe on the same day using leftover discard from fluffy [sourdough pancakes,](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/05/homemade-fluffy-sourdough-pancakes/) [sourdough pasta](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2023/04/best-sourdough-pasta-1-hour-or-overnight/) or even [sourdough bread.](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2014/01/sourdough-bread-a-beginners-guide/) However, feel free to ferment the batter overnight if you prefer. The texture will only change slightly due to how much the flour absorbs overnight. *Want to bake more?* Check out my full collection of sourdough discard recipes here. ![Sourdough banana bread cut into thick slices on parchment paper](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%201005'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Sourdough banana bread cut into thick slices on parchment paper](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-4.jpg) ![Sourdough banana bread ingredients: overripe bananas, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, salt, baking soda, flour, oil, milk and sourdough starter](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%201047'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Sourdough banana bread ingredients: overripe bananas, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, salt, baking soda, flour, oil, milk and sourdough starter](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Ingredients.jpg) ### What Makes It Ultimate? - **All brown sugar. When combined with perfectly overripe bananas and pure vanilla extract, it creates the most exquisite caramel taste. It will blow you away. No white sugar is used in this recipe. - Specific mixing order. Typically when making a quick bread like this, you’d simply combine the wet and dry ingredients and call it a day. But here, you’ll cream a portion of the wet ingredients first, then add the dry ingredients, followed by the milk and olive oil. I was definitely hesitant about this mixing order (the batter looks totally strange when you get to the oil part). But it’s the science behind the banana bread’s velvety soft texture. - *No cinnamon.* Shocking, I know. But your won’t miss it. Cinnamon is lovely but strong and the lack of it really let’s that caramel flavor shine through. ![Brown sugar and bananas in a large mixing bowl](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20400%20600'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Brown sugar and bananas in a large mixing bowl](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Bowl-with-Bananas-400x600.jpg) Mix bananas, brown sugar & vanilla ![Creamed brown sugar, bananas, eggs and vanilla in a large glass mixing bowl](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20400%20600'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Creamed brown sugar, bananas, eggs and vanilla in a large glass mixing bowl](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Pans-2-400x600.jpg) Add eggs & starter ![Loaf pans coated in butter](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%20914'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Loaf pans coated in butter](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Loaf-Pans.jpg) Coat loaf pans in butter ## How To make Sourdough Banana Bread {Step-by-Step Recipe} *To Start:* Preheat the oven to 360 F (that’s not a typo). Baking at 10 degrees higher than the standard 350 F gives this sourdough banana bread a nice lift. Thn coast your loaf pan with softened butter Normally, I use a [9×5-inch pan](https://amzn.to/412z2MQ). You can also use three 7x3x2 [mini loaf pans](https://amzn.to/2ZtZKiN) instead. I like to freeze the little ones individually. So cute\! *Next:* Add the bananas, brown sugar and vanilla extract to a bowl. Don’t bother slicing the bananas, just break them up by hand. Cream together with a stand mixer or hand held mixer. Add the eggs and the sourdough starter. ![Dry ingredients (flour, baking soda & salt) added to creamed sugar and banana mixture](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20400%20600'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Dry ingredients (flour, baking soda & salt) added to creamed sugar and banana mixture](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Batter-400x600.jpg) Add flour, baking soda & salt ![Sourdough banana bread batter with milk and oil mixed into the bowl](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20400%20600'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Sourdough banana bread batter with milk and oil mixed into the bowl](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Mixed-Batter-400x600.jpg) Add milk and oil ![Sourdough banana bread batter poured into butter-coated loaf pans](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%20989'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Sourdough banana bread batter poured into butter-coated loaf pans](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-in-Pans.jpg) Pour batter into pan(s) *Add:* The dry ingredients, followed by the milk and oil. The liquids will not blend in right away. Just keep mixing on low speed until completely absorbed. Pour the batter into your prepared pan(s). *To Finish:* Place into a sheet pan and bake until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Plan on 60-65 minutes for a [standard loaf pan](https://amzn.to/412z2MQ) and 45 minutes for the [mini pans.](https://amzn.to/2ZtZKiN) Cool before cutting into thick, sturdy slices. ![Golden baked sourdough banana bread](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%20999'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Golden baked sourdough banana bread](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread.jpg) ![Golden sourdough banana bread](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20800%20923'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Golden sourdough banana bread](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-2.jpg) ### Final Thoughts: Friends, please look no further. This sourdough banana bread is truly the very best. It’s soft and moist, packed with caramel-banana flavor in every bit. Take a cue from The Boathouse restaurant and serve it with salted butter or mascarpone cheese for a decadent treat! Then come back and bake my [moist sourdough blueberry muffins](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2023/05/homemade-sourdough-blueberry-muffins-overnight/?swcfpc=1), these [easy, no-roll sourdough scones](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2023/10/easy-no-roll-sourdough-scones-overnight-option/?swcfpc=1), [sourdough waffles (overnight or same day)](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2019/03/cinnamon-sugar-sourdough-waffles/) and more. By signing up, you agree to receive emails from The Clever Carrot. Unsubscribe at any time. clock icon cutlery icon flag icon folder icon instagram icon pinterest icon facebook icon print icon squares icon heart icon heart solid icon ![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20447%20453'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Loaf-447x453.jpg) ## Ultimate Sourdough Banana Bread 5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 4\.9 from 431 reviews - Author: [Emilie Raffa](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/about-emilie-raffa/) - Prep Time: 10 minutes - Cook Time: 65 minutes - Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes - Yield: 1 loaf or 3 mini loaves 1x - Category: Sourdough Baking - Method: Baking - Cuisine: American - Diet: Vegetarian [Print Recipe](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/print/24368/) [Pin Recipe]() *** ### Description Banana bread is a comfort food classic. My secret is plenty of brown sugar, overripe bananas, and a specific mixing order for the ultimate sourdough banana bread. Recipe adapted from The Boathouse restaurant in Manly, Australia. Notes: Out of sourdough starter? You can still make this recipe (and it’s delicious!). Increase the milk to 125 ml (1/2 cup) total. You will need a [standard 9×5-inch loaf pan](https://amzn.to/412z2MQ) or [three 7x3x2 mini loaf pans](https://amzn.to/2ZtZKiN) for baking. * ### Ingredients - Butter, for coating the pan - 375 g overripe bananas (appx. 1 1/2 cups lightly smashed) - 225 g (1 1/4 cups lightly packed) light or dark brown sugar - 1½ tsp pure vanilla extract - 2 large eggs - 100 g (appx. 1/2 cup) active [sourdough starter or or](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2019/03/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe/) [sourdough discard](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/10/sourdough-discard-101-recipes-faqs-answered-pancakes/) - 250g (2 cups) all-purpose flour - 1½ tsp baking soda - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt - 60ml (1/4 cup) milk - 125ml (½ cup) neutral flavored oil - Powdered sugar, butter, and mascarpone cheese for serving, optional Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark * ### Instructions 1. Preheat the oven to 360 F. 2. Lightly coat three 7x3x2 mini loaf pans or one [9×5-inch loaf pan](https://amzn.to/412z2MQ) with butter. 3. Add the bananas, sugar, and vanilla to a bowl. Cream with a hand held mixer or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, about 30 seconds to 1 minute (some small lumps of banana are okay). 4. Add the eggs, one at a time until fully incorporated. Add the sourdough starter. 5. Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl. Working in batches, add this to the banana mixture. 6. Add the milk and oil and mix until just combined. Do not over do it; the banana bread will be tough. 7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s). If using the mini loaf pans, place them onto a baking sheet and transfer to the oven. 8. Bake for 45 minutes (for the [mini loaf pans](https://amzn.to/2ZtZKiN)) or 60- 65 minutes (for the [standard 9×5-inch pan](https://amzn.to/412z2MQ)), until rich golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cover with foil if the loaf browns too quickly. 9. Cool in the pan for 20 minutes, and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. 10. Serve with powdered sugar for a nice touch\! *** ### Did you make this recipe? 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[Buy now](https://amzn.to/2ToAvZQ) 1. Katie Pace says [April 11, 2026 at 8:11 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019956) Made this Banana Bread today. Amazing! Previous to this I tried 2 other recipes, both terrible. This was so different, turned out as pictured. So happy\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019956) 2. Carmie says [April 11, 2026 at 1:28 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019951) Great recipe!! Have you tried adding any nuts or chocolate chips to it? [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019951) 3. Debbie says [April 11, 2026 at 9:04 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019945) Recipe looks really good. My husband prefers muffins instead. Can you confirm if you would do anything different in recipe / cooking temperature and length of cooking time. Thanks. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019945) 4. Rachel says [April 9, 2026 at 9:15 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019906) Where is the option to ferment/culture overnight? I’d like all of the flour to be “transformed” by the sourdough culture. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019906) 5. jeff bossardet says [April 4, 2026 at 12:56 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019798) Wow. I will forever be making, and sharing, this recipe. Many thanks. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019798) 6. Misha says [March 31, 2026 at 2:55 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019668) I’ve baked so many different banana bread recipes and this one takes the cake (pun intended haha). My husband said it was the best tasting banana bread he’s ever had and my kids inhaled it! Thank you for sharing this recipe\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019668) - Emilie Raffa says [March 31, 2026 at 1:04 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019678) Hi Misha! I’m so glad you love this recipe. That’s why I call it the “ULTIMATE” 😉 So good to share\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019678) 7. LeAnna says [March 25, 2026 at 12:52 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019543) Nice texture, very light and moist, not dense. Strong baking soda taste. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019543) 8. Squid says [March 23, 2026 at 11:50 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019448) I added walnuts and it’s delicious, moist and actually rose – which my cakes never do! Slightly burnt even though it was only 60 min in the oven though. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019448) 9. Robert says [March 22, 2026 at 6:10 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019428) I have made this banana bread 3 times, it is a great sweet treat\! Adding some walnuts and doing an overnight ferment before adding the baking soda this time. TY for the recipe\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019428) 10. Kaytlyn says [March 12, 2026 at 3:40 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019210) I just made this but with 100% spelt flour cause that’s all I have left in my house. Other than the texture being more crumby, this loaf is fabulous. Thank you for a great recipe. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019210) 11. Dem says [March 9, 2026 at 1:20 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019137) Súper súper yummy! Made it last week, gluten free with gf sourdough starter and Bob’s 1to1 gf flour. I did bake it in a 7×11 pan so I didn’t have to worry about the middle not cooking well, and it’s easier to serve to a crowd that way. Also added chocolate chips into the mix at the end and covered with foil while baking as soon as it started browning up on the outside. My husband (not gf) asked me to make it again this week and to serve to guests. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019137) 12. LINDA J NELSON says [March 8, 2026 at 9:38 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019106) I wanted to receive the health benefits of fermentation, so I followed the recipe, with the exception of adding the baking soda, until I was ready to bake the bread. I refrigerated overnight, and the next morning I added the baking soda and baked. The results were amazing; a soft, moist bread. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019106) - Robert says [March 22, 2026 at 6:11 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019429) Thank you I am giving that method a try today. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019429) 13. LINDA J NELSON says [March 7, 2026 at 2:04 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019086) How do you make it if fermenting the flour and starter overnight? [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1019086) 14. Heather says [March 4, 2026 at 2:42 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018994) Absolute best banana bread recipe! I substitute the flour with einkorn flour. The flavor is excellent\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018994) 15. Jewel says [March 3, 2026 at 9:11 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018985) Made this twice now, so good! 2 year old is my favorite helper! Thank you\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018985) 16. KB says [March 3, 2026 at 1:37 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018969) Hands down the best banana bread recipe I have ever used! Everyone wants their own loaf\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018969) 17. Janet says [February 23, 2026 at 11:38 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018829) I’ve made this recipe twice now and every time, my flour mixture always clumps into little pellets (similar to what happens when you add flour to hot liquid). I followed the recipe in the right order. Do you know what I did wrong? [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018829) - Emilie Raffa says [February 24, 2026 at 2:29 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018853) Hi Janet! Are you adding the flour in batches? This will help. Doing so (a little bit at a time) will ensure the flour absorbs the liquid slowly. Too much too soon could be the culprit. Also: using a stand mixer or hand held mixer will help too. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018853) - Janet says [February 25, 2026 at 1:04 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018871) The first time, I added them in 2 batches and used a rubber spatula to fold it in, which was probably too much. I continued to bake it thinking the clumps would go away (like with pancake batter), butt they didn’t. This time, I added the flour mixture a little at a time using a whisk and I was still getting big and little clumps. I went through and broke up all of them individually. I seem to be the only one having this problem. :) My bread was good with a lovely “ear” but pretty dense. Is it supposed to be a little heavy or light? Thank you. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018871) 18. Caite says [February 20, 2026 at 8:21 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018764) Substituted about 1/3 of the flour for whole wheat. Everything was great and it turned out perfectly moist. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018764) 19. Max says [February 17, 2026 at 1:37 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018724) The first time I made this recipe I thought it’s one of the softest banana breads i’ve ever eaten. I tried to recreate it in different orders, but its never as fluffy and soft. What’s the science of adding the oil and milk in the end? Is it like a protective layer from forming the gluten? [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018724) 20. Lucinda Kiessling says [February 10, 2026 at 3:36 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018596) Forgot to rate them. Definitely 5 stars for this recipe and every recipe that I have tried of Emilie’s with great success. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018596) - Emilie Raffa says [February 11, 2026 at 9:45 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018606) You are so kind for circling back! Thank you, Lucinda 🥰 [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018606) 21. Lucinda Kiessling says [February 10, 2026 at 1:24 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018590) Used thawed out cranberries along with the mashed banana when I didn’t have enough ripe bananas. I had quadrupled the recipe and added the cranberries at the very end of the mixing. The loaves took longer to bake but they were very yummy with the tartness of the cranberries and sweetness of the banana. This will be my go to recipe from now on. Your recipes Emilie are incredible and I have tried several. My other favorites are the cranberry/orange scones and the oatmeal raisin cookies. Yum 😋 😋 😋 Thanks for sharing your recipes, Emilie. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018590) - Jill says [February 21, 2026 at 7:48 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018772) I agree 100%. She has GREAT recipes!\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018772) 22. Nikki says [February 4, 2026 at 5:02 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018450) These were perfect! I wanted muffins so I baked for 17 minutes. First batch I tried a higher temperature of 400 as I saw suggested in a comment here, but it made them extremely dark. Still good! Next two batches I baked at 360 and they came out perfect\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018450) 23. Janet E Smith says [February 4, 2026 at 10:59 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018445) I made this and while it worked out well, it is too sweet for me. I will decrease the sugar next time, or just eat the bananas fresh with some berries for a very healthy snack, dessert, or with a few nuts sprinkled on, and. toast for breakfast. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018445) 24. Fleur says [February 2, 2026 at 10:03 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018409) Truly an outstanding recipe. Best banana bread I’ve ever made. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018409) 25. Soph says [January 30, 2026 at 1:40 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018210) This recipe was delicious! I added half a cup of semi sweet chocolate chips which sealed the deal. A must try [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018210) 26. Angie says [January 27, 2026 at 11:49 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018152) I haven’t rated because mine is in oven baking now. The bananas I used were frozen. I measured them out when frozen & then thawed them. I added all the juices from them. When I got to the point of adding the milk & oil, I didn’t because it would have been way too runny. I don’t know if i made the right decision. I don’t know, maybe it won’t turn out. Do you think using frozen bananas weren’t a good idea? [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018152) - Jen says [February 28, 2026 at 9:36 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018927) I always use frozen bananas but follow the rest of the recipe as is and it’s always perfect [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018927) 27. Scott Hespen says [January 24, 2026 at 8:10 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018091) I made this recipe as stated except that I used jaggery instead of brown sugar at my wifes request and added a 1/2 cup of crushed walnts. It was exceptionally good and I’m convinced the jaggery really enhanced the flavor over brown sugar. I will have to make it again with light brown sugar to check that theory. In any event, great recipe, nice almost airy loaf compared to most heavier banana bread recipes I’ve had. Well done\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018091) - Ed Friday says [February 21, 2026 at 2:07 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018770) When does the starter go in????? [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018770) - Robin says [March 3, 2026 at 6:43 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018966) Check out Step 4. After the eggs [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018966) 28. SCL says [January 23, 2026 at 10:12 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018047) This really is the ultimate banana bread recipe. I made two pans of this to take to a party last weekend and it was an instant hit. It even traveled well\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018047) 29. mac says [January 21, 2026 at 7:43 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018029) hi can we proof the mixture overnight? [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018029) 30. Tammy Barnack says [January 13, 2026 at 1:04 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017827) This recipe is amazing I used brown butter and it truly was delicious with the brown sugar. I even added blueberries, cherries and raisins. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017827) 31. Lindsay Hooper says [January 12, 2026 at 2:55 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017804) Soooo good!\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017804) 32. Liat says [January 12, 2026 at 9:11 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017801) This looks wonderful! If I’m out of milk, can I use yogurt instead? I just turned all my milk into yogurt… but I have a huge banana harvest that needs to be addressed!! Thanks\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017801) 33. Shayna says [January 10, 2026 at 4:56 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017777) Best banana bread I EVER made and that’s saying something because I’ve made it A LOT. I used a fork instead of a stand mixer and it still came out perfect. I will never use another recipe again!\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017777) 34. Jean says [January 3, 2026 at 7:12 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017673) The texture of this load is perfect. The recipe came together quickly. I love the deep brown colour, moist crumb and it is simply delicious. I definitely will be making this recipe again. I added a few chocolate chips on the top because, when you have grandchildren, it is just an unspoken rule lol. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017673) 35. Heidi A Martin says [January 1, 2026 at 12:49 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017631) Do I HAVE to butter the pans, or can I use parchment? 🤔 [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017631) 36. April Amiel says [December 19, 2025 at 11:29 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017437) Wow, this is the BEST banana bread I’ve ever had. And I’ve made a lot of banana bread! It’s so buttery and light despite their being no better. It’s perfect. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017437) 37. Lobo Mitro says [December 17, 2025 at 4:44 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017403) This is the best moist spongy banana bread I have ever made. Simple and same day. Outstanding!!! Will be making this again soon. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017403) 38. Chauncey says [December 16, 2025 at 12:43 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017362) I’ve made this bread several times now with subtle changes and varying results it’s always delicious and amazing\! Thanks\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017362) 39. Sqrl says [December 12, 2025 at 9:13 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017302) I just made this today and I have to say, I’ve been baking banana bread for years and this is hands down the absolute best banana bread I’ve ever made! I used avocado oil as my oil of choice and made one large loaf. Around the 50 minute mark I covered it with foil to prevent it from getting too dark, my loaf took probably close to 1h20m until it hit 200 degrees in the middle. It was lightly crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside to perfection! Ty for the great recipe, another great use for my sourdough discard and my new go to recipe\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017302) 40. Mahima says [December 10, 2025 at 4:33 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017258) What can I use instead of eggs? [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017258) - Emilie Raffa says [December 10, 2025 at 11:12 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017265) Hi there! Some bakers have used Bob’s Red Mill egg replacer with great results. Others have used flax egg. Both will change the texture slightly, but still very good\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017265) - Mahima Nangia says [December 11, 2025 at 2:57 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017285) Thanks. Tried it last night. It was delicious but very gummy :(. Fell flat as soon as I took it out of the oven. I think the batter was too wet ? It wasn’t undercooked for sure [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017285) - Chauncey says [December 16, 2025 at 12:48 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017364) I’ve made it three times now using aqua faba and it’s great. 😁 [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017364) 41. Nic says [December 9, 2025 at 8:54 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017255) Wow I’ve made other banana bread recipes that were dense, dry, or blah. This one came out soft, fluffy, and delicious. Rather than loaf pans I used two cupcake pans and cooked for ~15 minutes close to sea level. YMMV if you use cupcake tins like me, check with a toothpick [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017255) 42. LMarie says [December 5, 2025 at 5:09 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017182) This banana bread is on another level!! Wow it’s spectacular! You are right…I will never need another banana bread recipe again. Thank you 😋 [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1017182) 43. Eleanor says [November 20, 2025 at 11:05 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016924) I have been making this bread non-stop! So delicious. I’m wanting to gift mini-loaves for the holidays and realizing that the linked loaf pans are different sizes than what you mention (6×2.5×2 vs 7x3x2). Do you think the recipe will still work with the 6×2.5×2 loaf pan? [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016924) 44. Holly Carter says [November 16, 2025 at 8:34 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016844) Where do you get the mini loaf pans shown in the recipe? They look great for gifting. Ive made this several times and it is amazing\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016844) - Flowerchild Cisco says [January 24, 2026 at 1:54 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018083) I see all sizes and shapes of foil pans at the dollar store, like Dollar Tree. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1018083) 45. Marissa roberts says [November 14, 2025 at 12:54 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016787) This recipe is unlike any banana bread recipe I’ve used before (its the method and the brown sugar that set this apart), and it’s just the BEST banana bread ever, no alterations needed. Delightfully fluffy, soft and carmell-y, perfect mild banana flavor- I don’t desire to ever make a different banana bread\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016787) 46. Leslie says [November 10, 2025 at 8:52 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016732) I just made this and was great! I might play around with toppings next time, but the bread texture was delicious 😋 [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016732) 47. Terra says [November 9, 2025 at 5:16 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016714) Made for first time. I’m a banana bread aficionado and have made a 100 different other recipes. This is by far my favorite first try and a great way to use up discard and coconut oil. Thank you for creating and sharing this amazing recipe\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016714) 48. Sara says [November 3, 2025 at 10:58 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016580) This is my go to banana bread recipe! She gives a modification if you don’t have starter too. It’s really good bread.. I’ve done the mini loaf version and a regular loaf pan and they always turn out\! [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016580) 49. ZClare says [October 29, 2025 at 9:12 am](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016486) This is my new favorite banana (nut) bread. My “old” non-sourdough recipe called for 2 sticks of butter and 2 cups of sugar!! yikes. The Clever Carrot’s sourdough banana bread recipe is light and not so sweet tasting. The brown sugar mixed in with the ripe bananas really does enhances that all natural sweet flavor. I followed the specific instructions to a T then added chopped pecans in the bread and topped it with pecans. So delicious. [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016486) 50. Pooya says [October 27, 2025 at 11:09 pm](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016471) This is really an amazing recipe. My 5 year old asks for a slice in her lunch box every single day. I modified it a bit tho, used 70 gram of sugar and 50 gram of oil, and added chocolate chips. Thank you for a great recipe :) [Reply](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/#comment-1016471) [Newer Comments »](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/04/ultimate-sourdough-banana-bread/comment-page-2/#comments) ## Primary Sidebar ### Meet Emilie [![](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20400%20385'%3E%3C/svg%3E)![](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Emilie.jpg)](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/about-emilie-raffa/) Hi! 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Readable Markdown	Make soft, rich, same-day sourdough banana bread at home with [active starter](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2019/03/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe/?swcfpc=1) or [sourdough discard](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/10/sourdough-discard-101-recipes-faqs-answered-pancakes/?swcfpc=1). One bowl. Simple recipe. My secret? All brown sugar, overripe bananas, and a specific mixing order for a velvety soft texture and bold, caramel taste. ![Golden, moist, sourdough banana bread in a loaf pan](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-on-Rack.jpg) I’ve tested hundreds of banana bread recipes in my career and here’s what I know: this is not your average sourdough banana bread. The texture is soft and smooth, like velvet. Everyone asks for the recipe. It’s the only banana bread recipe I make. The original version comes from [The Boathouse](https://theboathousesb.com.au/) restaurant in Manly, Australia, which I adapted to include [sourdough](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2019/03/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe/). You can use bubbly, [active sourdough](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2019/03/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe/) or [sourdough discard](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/10/sourdough-discard-101-recipes-faqs-answered-pancakes/)– whatever you have is fine. I like to make this recipe on the same day using leftover discard from fluffy [sourdough pancakes,](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/05/homemade-fluffy-sourdough-pancakes/) [sourdough pasta](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2023/04/best-sourdough-pasta-1-hour-or-overnight/) or even [sourdough bread.](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2014/01/sourdough-bread-a-beginners-guide/) However, feel free to ferment the batter overnight if you prefer. The texture will only change slightly due to how much the flour absorbs overnight. *Want to bake more?* Check out my full collection of sourdough discard recipes here. ![Sourdough banana bread cut into thick slices on parchment paper](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-4.jpg) ![Sourdough banana bread ingredients: overripe bananas, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, salt, baking soda, flour, oil, milk and sourdough starter](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Ingredients.jpg) ### What Makes It Ultimate? - **All brown sugar. When combined with perfectly overripe bananas and pure vanilla extract, it creates the most exquisite caramel taste. It will blow you away. No white sugar is used in this recipe. - Specific mixing order. Typically when making a quick bread like this, you’d simply combine the wet and dry ingredients and call it a day. But here, you’ll cream a portion of the wet ingredients first, then add the dry ingredients, followed by the milk and olive oil. I was definitely hesitant about this mixing order (the batter looks totally strange when you get to the oil part). But it’s the science behind the banana bread’s velvety soft texture. - *No cinnamon.* Shocking, I know. But your won’t miss it. Cinnamon is lovely but strong and the lack of it really let’s that caramel flavor shine through. ![Brown sugar and bananas in a large mixing bowl](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Bowl-with-Bananas-400x600.jpg) Mix bananas, brown sugar & vanilla ![Creamed brown sugar, bananas, eggs and vanilla in a large glass mixing bowl](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Pans-2-400x600.jpg) Add eggs & starter ![Loaf pans coated in butter](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Loaf-Pans.jpg) Coat loaf pans in butter ## How To make Sourdough Banana Bread {Step-by-Step Recipe} *To Start:* Preheat the oven to 360 F (that’s not a typo). Baking at 10 degrees higher than the standard 350 F gives this sourdough banana bread a nice lift. Thn coast your loaf pan with softened butter Normally, I use a [9×5-inch pan](https://amzn.to/412z2MQ). You can also use three 7x3x2 [mini loaf pans](https://amzn.to/2ZtZKiN) instead. I like to freeze the little ones individually. So cute\! *Next:* Add the bananas, brown sugar and vanilla extract to a bowl. Don’t bother slicing the bananas, just break them up by hand. Cream together with a stand mixer or hand held mixer. Add the eggs and the sourdough starter. ![Dry ingredients (flour, baking soda & salt) added to creamed sugar and banana mixture](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Batter-400x600.jpg) Add flour, baking soda & salt ![Sourdough banana bread batter with milk and oil mixed into the bowl](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-Mixed-Batter-400x600.jpg) Add milk and oil ![Sourdough banana bread batter poured into butter-coated loaf pans](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-in-Pans.jpg) Pour batter into pan(s) *Add:* The dry ingredients, followed by the milk and oil. The liquids will not blend in right away. Just keep mixing on low speed until completely absorbed. Pour the batter into your prepared pan(s). *To Finish:* Place into a sheet pan and bake until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Plan on 60-65 minutes for a [standard loaf pan](https://amzn.to/412z2MQ) and 45 minutes for the [mini pans.](https://amzn.to/2ZtZKiN) Cool before cutting into thick, sturdy slices. ![Golden baked sourdough banana bread](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread.jpg) ![Golden sourdough banana bread](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sourdough-Banana-Bread-2.jpg) ### Final Thoughts: Friends, please look no further. This sourdough banana bread is truly the very best. It’s soft and moist, packed with caramel-banana flavor in every bit. Take a cue from The Boathouse restaurant and serve it with salted butter or mascarpone cheese for a decadent treat! Then come back and bake my [moist sourdough blueberry muffins](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2023/05/homemade-sourdough-blueberry-muffins-overnight/?swcfpc=1), these [easy, no-roll sourdough scones](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2023/10/easy-no-roll-sourdough-scones-overnight-option/?swcfpc=1), [sourdough waffles (overnight or same day)](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2019/03/cinnamon-sugar-sourdough-waffles/) and more. By signing up, you agree to receive emails from The Clever Carrot. Unsubscribe at any time. *** ### Description Banana bread is a comfort food classic. My secret is plenty of brown sugar, overripe bananas, and a specific mixing order for the ultimate sourdough banana bread. Recipe adapted from The Boathouse restaurant in Manly, Australia. Notes: Out of sourdough starter? You can still make this recipe (and it’s delicious!). Increase the milk to 125 ml (1/2 cup) total. You will need a [standard 9×5-inch loaf pan](https://amzn.to/412z2MQ) or [three 7x3x2 mini loaf pans](https://amzn.to/2ZtZKiN) for baking. * - Butter, for coating the pan - 375 g overripe bananas (appx. 1 1/2 cups lightly smashed) - 225 g (1 1/4 cups lightly packed) light or dark brown sugar - 1½ tsp pure vanilla extract - 2 large eggs - 100 g (appx. 1/2 cup) active [sourdough starter or or](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2019/03/beginner-sourdough-starter-recipe/) [sourdough discard](https://www.theclevercarrot.com/2020/10/sourdough-discard-101-recipes-faqs-answered-pancakes/) - 250g (2 cups) all-purpose flour - 1½ tsp baking soda - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt - 60ml (1/4 cup) milk - 125ml (½ cup) neutral flavored oil - Powdered sugar, butter, and mascarpone cheese for serving, optional Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark * 1. Preheat the oven to 360 F. 2. Lightly coat three 7x3x2 mini loaf pans or one [9×5-inch loaf pan](https://amzn.to/412z2MQ) with butter. 3. Add the bananas, sugar, and vanilla to a bowl. Cream with a hand held mixer or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, about 30 seconds to 1 minute (some small lumps of banana are okay). 4. Add the eggs, one at a time until fully incorporated. Add the sourdough starter. 5. Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl. Working in batches, add this to the banana mixture. 6. Add the milk and oil and mix until just combined. Do not over do it; the banana bread will be tough. 7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s). If using the mini loaf pans, place them onto a baking sheet and transfer to the oven. 8. Bake for 45 minutes (for the [mini loaf pans](https://amzn.to/2ZtZKiN)) or 60- 65 minutes (for the [standard 9×5-inch pan](https://amzn.to/412z2MQ)), until rich golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cover with foil if the loaf browns too quickly. 9. Cool in the pan for 20 minutes, and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. 10. Serve with powdered sugar for a nice touch\! ***
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