This cake mix banana bread is an absolute game-changer in the baking world. It delivers a moist and scrumptious loaf that will make your taste buds dance. The simplicity of this recipe allows you to enjoy bakery-quality banana bread without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: cake mix, baking powder, and salt. Whisk gently.
In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. You can leave a few small bits for a chunkier texture.
Add the oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix until combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
If desired, fold in your choice of optional add-ins such as nuts or chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
Once baked, remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
