Banana Cake Recipe Using Box Cake Mix
Who doesn't love a good banana cake? With its moist texture and delicious flavor, it's no wonder that it's a classic dessert in many households. And the best part? You can easily make it using a box cake mix! This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy dessert that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, mashed bananas, softened butter, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until well combined and smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Variations
If you want to add some extra flavor and texture to this banana cake, you can try one of these variations:
- Add 1 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the cake batter.
- Serve the cake with a cream cheese frosting or a caramel glaze.
- Add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips or dried cranberries to the batter.
- Use a different flavor of cake mix, such as white or chocolate.
Conclusion
This banana cake recipe using box cake mix is a simple yet delicious dessert that will impress your family and friends. With just a few ingredients and easy steps, you can create a moist and flavorful cake that everyone will love. And with the variations, you can customize it to your liking and experiment with different flavors and textures. Give it a try and enjoy a slice of this yummy cake!
