Cake Mix Banana Bread Recipe
Love banana bread but short on time? This cake mix banana bread is your answer! With just a box of cake mix and ripe bananas, you’ll have a moist, golden loaf ready in under an hour—perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix 15.25 oz
- 3 ripe bananas mashed (about 1 cup)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix the batter: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, mashed bananas, eggs, oil, and vanilla (if using). Stir until smooth, about 1–2 minutes—don’t overmix!
- Pour into pan: Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve: Cut into slices and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Tips and Variations
- Tip: Use overripe bananas with black spots for the best flavor and moisture.
- Tip: Check at 45 minutes—ovens vary. If the top browns too fast, tent with foil.
- Variation: Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans for a nutty crunch.
- Variation: Stir in 3/4 cup chocolate chips for a sweeter treat.
- Variation: Swap yellow cake mix for spice cake mix for a cozy, fall twist.
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Sugar: 20g
- Protein: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg