This yellow cake mix banana bread is the easiest way to make banana bread. You’ll love this light and fluffy banana bread recipe!
This yellow cake mix banana bread is incredibly easy to make and is presented so beautifully when baked in a bundt cake pan. You can make this banana bread in one bundt pan or two regular size loaf pans.
I love using boxed cake mix to bake with. Some of my family’s other favorites are this spice cake mix banana bread, cake mix peanut butter cookies, and these cake mix banana muffins.
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Ingredients needed
To make this banana bread, you’ll need:
- Bananas: Any where from spotty to almost black will work. The darker the banana is, the sweeter your banana bread will be.
- Boxed yellow cake mix: Mine was about 15 ounces. Ignore the directions on the box.
- Eggs: You’ll need three large eggs.
- Butter: Unsalted butter is best for this recipe.
- Cinnamon and nutmeg: To give the banana bread a little spice.
- Vanilla extract: I always recommend pure vanilla extract for baking.
- Water: You’ll need just ⅓ cup water.
How brown should the bananas be?
You can use slightly ripe and spotty bananas or almost black bananas as well as any bananas in between in this recipe. The riper the banana, the sweeter they will be.
What type of pan should I use for this recipe?
For this yellow cake mix banana bread recipe, you can use a bundt cake pan or you can use two loaf pans.
How to make this recipe (step by step guide)
Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees.
In a mixing bowl, blend the bananas, eggs, butter, vanilla extract. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and cake mix slowly. Add the ⅓ cup of water and blend well with a hand mixer for 3-4 minutes.
Bake in a bundt cake pan for 40-45 minutes at 350 degrees or until the top is golden.
Can I freeze this banana bread?
Yes, you can! Since this recipe makes either a bundt cake pan or two loaf pans of banana bread you can freeze any leftovers. To freeze, tightly wrap your banana bread tightly in plastic cling wrap or aluminum foil and then freeze for up to three months. Using a double layer of wrap or foil will help to preserve the bread in the freezer.
Tips for this recipe
- Use darker bananas. The riper the banana, the sweeter your banana bread will be.
- Mash your bananas with a fork before adding them so your bread won’t be lumpy.
- I highly recommend using a bundt cake pan. The bundt shape helps the banana bread become extra moist.
Other cake mix recipes:
- Cake Mix Banana Muffins
- Chocolate Cake Mix Banana Bread
- Cake Mix Oatmeal Cookies
- Cake Mix Monster Cookies
Yellow Cake Mix Banana Bread
Equipment
- Bundt cake pan or two loaf pans (8 x 4 inch)
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed with a fork
- 1 box of yellow cake mix (ignore the directions on the box)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup water
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the bananas, eggs, butter, vanilla extract.
- Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and cake mix slowly.
- Add the ⅓ cup of water and blend well with a hand mixer for 3-4 minutes.
- Bake in a bundt cake pan for 40-45 minutes at 350 degrees or until the top is golden.
Notes
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Amy Gougler
This recipe sounds so tasty! I love taking boxed cake mix and spicing it up, but I never thought about making banana bread. I may need to do this when my bananas get ripe!
Katt
Oh…forgot to ask…how to cool the bread, in pan on rack, upside down? And, best way to remove from pan…
Audrey
I find the best way is to grease the pan well before baking, let it cool, then use a butter knife to gently loosen the cake from the pan then turn over. Hope that helps!
Abby
It looks delicious. I’m definitely trying this as soon as I can lay my hands on some yellow cake mix.
Anitra
This looks so yummy! I never thought to make banana bread using yellow cake mix, but I will definitely be trying this recipe out!
Two Pink Peonies
It’s such an easy and delicious recipe, you’ll love it!
Debbie
Could you add cream cheese to this recipe?
Audrey
Hi Debbie, I wish I had more info for you but I haven’t tried this recipe with cream cheese. If you try it, please let me know how it turns out.
Katt
Do you spray bundt pan 1st? Also, can add chopped walnuts, and how much?
Audrey
Hi Katt, yes spray the bundt cake pan first. If you’d like to add chopped nuts you could do 1/3 to 1/2 cup.
Mary
Makes the best banana bread…easy also…love it
Mary
Raisa Mia
Oh I LOVE banana bread, and this recipe looks amazing! Can’t wait to try it!
Annie
This would be a great recipe to make with our toddler and preschooler. It sounds so good!
Two Pink Peonies
It is a great recipe for kids to help with since flour won’t be going every where lol I hope you guys enjoy.
Alexandra
Love how simple this is to prepare – perfect with my morning coffee!
Liz Tate
Easy and delicious.. I added 1/2 tsp Cardomom it’s my favorite spice to add to cake.
Jill | Sugar Spice & Everything Life
This sounds like the perfect recipe for my kids! And they would love to help out too!
FOODHEAL
That’s a good mix you made, this bread should be so sweet and melting in the mouth mmmm…
Amanda Marie Boyle
I love this way to dress up boxed cake!
Sue
I am a big fan of cake mix hacks. Never thought of it for banana bread! Can’t wait to try it!
Emily Flint
I love this simple banana bread recipe, I never thought to use a cake mix, how smart!
Amy
Great recipe! Always looking for new ways to banana bread!
Kay
My kids (and I) love Banana bread! This is a super easy recipe, thanks
Ramona
A truly easy recipe. Need to make this immediately. Thanks for sharing;-)
Debra
I have never thought to doctor up a box cake mix before…wow, have I been missing out. Thanks for enlightening me.
Anna
Can this be froze and if so what’s the best way to do it?
Two Pink Peonies
Hi Anna, sorry for my delay in replying. You can freeze this recipe. Double wrap it in plastic storage wrap or aluminum foil for the best results.
Christina
Love this idea!
Viva Penny
This is the best recipe that I have ever made for banana bread ! I added some pecans in the mix because I like them in banana bread. This recipe makes a fluffier and lighter bread than the typical banana bread recipes that I have made in the past. I will now use this recipe as my go to for banana bread. This recipe is a keeper!I
Marie
I used chocolate cake mix with the bananas turned out great
Two Pink Peonies
Thank you so much for taking the time to comment! I’m glad you enjoyed this recipe.
Gigi
Excellent! I’m new to the doctored up cake mixes! I’ve always baked from scratch. So easy and delicious! I used a spice cake mix. Definitely will make again.
Two Pink Peonies
Thank you so much for the feedback! I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe.
Donna Painter
I’ve made this very simple recipe at least 4 times now. I have one in the oven now! Thank you, it’s delicious!
Virginia
Can you use white cake mix instead of yellow cake mix.
Audrey
Yes, you can.
Amber
I added chocolate chips and it came out delicious! Will definitely make again.