This simple banana bread recipe is surprisingly delicious and incredibly easy to make. With just a box of cake mix, ripe bananas, and eggs, you can bake moist, flavorful loaves in no time. Optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or chopped nuts add texture and extra flavor if you’d like.
Easy Cake Mix Banana Bread Recipe
- 1 (13 ounce) box yellow cake mix
- 3 very ripe bananas
- 2 large eggs
- chocolate chips or nuts for topping (optional)
Preheat your oven to 350° F and generously grease two small loaf pans. In a medium or large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork—it’s fine to leave a few small chunks for texture. Add the eggs and then pour in the entire box of dry cake mix. Stir until the ingredients are combined; the batter will be pourable and slightly thick.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared loaf pans. If desired, sprinkle the tops with chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, pecans, a dusting of cinnamon, or a few banana slices. You can fold mix-ins into the batter before dividing if you prefer them throughout the loaf, but topping the loaves works well and looks appealing.
Bake on the center rack for 25–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Baking time can vary by pan type—metal pans often bake faster, while glass or ceramic pans may take a few extra minutes. Allow the loaves to cool slightly before slicing.
This recipe yields two small loaves—perfect for sharing. One loaf can be kept at home for breakfast or snacks, and the other makes a thoughtful gift for a friend, neighbor, or coworker.
You’ll get TWO small loaves of banana bread with this recipe! Take one to work or give the extra out as a gift to a friend or neighbor.
Yes—you can make excellent banana bread using cake mix. The combination of ripe bananas and cake mix creates a moist, tender crumb with minimal effort. This method is a great way to use overripe bananas and is ideal for busy mornings or last-minute baking. Serve slices plain, with butter, or spread with softened cream cheese for a richer treat.
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Easy Cake Mix Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 very ripe large bananas
- 2 large eggs
- 1 (13.25oz) box yellow cake mix
- chocolate chips or nuts for topping (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350° F and grease two bread loaf pans.
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In a medium or large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork and then mix with the eggs and box of DRY cake mix.
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Evenly divide the batter between both bread pans and then optionally top with chocolate chips or chopped nuts (or both!).
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Bake in the center rack of your oven for 25-35 minutes. In my metal pans, this takes exactly 25 minutes. It might take longer if you’re using glass or ceramic pans.
Notes
- Top the loaves with chocolate chips, pecans, walnuts, cinnamon, or extra banana slices for variety.
- Serve plain, with butter, or spread with softened cream cheese for a richer flavor.
- This recipe makes two small loaves—share one, gift one, or save one for later.
- Other boxed cake mix flavors can be used for different taste profiles: chocolate, white, spice, or even strawberry. Adjust toppings to match the chosen flavor.
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