Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease 4 mini loaf pans or 1 large loaf pan. Make sure you grease the pans thoroughly to avoid sticking.

Prepare the Cinnamon/Sugar Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the 1/2 cup of sugar and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon. Stir them together and set aside.

Mix the Bread Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the sugar, oil, sour cream, eggs, baking soda, mashed bananas, and flour until smooth and well combined.

Prepare the Pans: Sprinkle a small amount of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on the bottom(s) of the greased pan(s) to create a sweet base layer.

Fill the Pans: Pour the batter into the prepared pans, filling them about halfway full. Then, sprinkle an additional layer of cinnamon-sugar mixture on top of the batter.

Finish Filling: Pour the remaining batter into each pan, filling about 3/4 of the way full. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly on top of each loaf.

Bake: Place the pans in the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 30 minutes if you’re using mini loaf pans, or 60 minutes for a large loaf. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the bread. If it comes out clean, it’s ready!

Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool for about 5-10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy the warm, spiced goodness!