Can I use a different flavor of cake mix?

Absolutely! While yellow cake mix is classic for this recipe, white or even spice cake mix work well. You’ll get a slightly different base flavor, but the banana will still shine.

Do I have to frost the cake?

Not at all. The cake is moist and flavorful on its own, thanks to the bananas. A dusting of powdered sugar works beautifully for a lighter finish, but a rich chocolate frosting really turns it into a decadent dessert.

What if I don’t have ripe bananas?

If your bananas aren’t ripe enough, pop them (unpeeled) in a 300°F oven for about 15–20 minutes. The skins will blacken and the flesh will soften and sweeten, just right for baking.

Can I make cupcakes instead of a sheet cake?

Of course! Divide the batter among lined muffin tins (about ⅔ full) and bake at 350°F for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Perfect for parties or lunchboxes.

4 Ingredient Banana Cake Recipe

Description

This easy 4 Ingredient Banana Cake is incredibly moist, flavorful, and perfect for using up ripe bananas. Made with just eggs, oil, bananas, and a box of yellow cake mix, this fuss-free recipe comes together in minutes and bakes into a decadent dessert that you can finish with your favorite chocolate frosting or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Ingredients

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Batter

3 ripe bananas, peeled and mashed
2 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 ounces)

Topping

Chocolate frosting (for topping the cake, as desired)
Optional: Powdered sugar (for dusting, as desired)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven – Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9×13 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray to ensure the cake does not stick.
Prepare Banana Mixture – In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly. Add the eggs and vegetable oil, and mix together well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Combine with Cake Mix – Add the yellow cake mix to the banana mixture. Stir until all the ingredients are thoroughly blended and no dry streaks of cake mix remain.
Transfer to Pan – Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly over the entire pan for uniform baking.
Bake – Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, indicating that the cake is baked through.
Cool – Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan before adding any frosting or toppings.
Frost or Dust – Once the cake is completely cool, frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or simply dust with powdered sugar as desired. Slice and serve.

Notes

The nutritional estimate provided is for one unfrosted cake slice, based on 15 servings.
Nutritional values may vary based on the brands and types of ingredients used.
The cake can be enjoyed plain, with frosting, or just a dusting of powdered sugar.
Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/15 cake, unfrosted)
Calories: 197
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 240mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 24mg