Description
This banana bread mix recipe takes a simple boxed mix and elevates it into a rich, moist, homemade-style treat. By adding a few extra ingredients, you’ll achieve bakery-quality banana bread with minimal effort. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, this recipe ensures your banana bread turns out soft, flavorful, and irresistible every time.
Ingredients
Scale
Basic Banana Bread (Using Mix Only)
- 1 box banana bread mix
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup water
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
Enhanced Version (For Extra Moisture & Flavor)
- 1 box banana bread mix
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk (or buttermilk for richness)
- ¼ cup melted butter (or oil)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon (optional, for extra warmth)
Optional Add-ins:
- ½ cup chocolate chips (for sweetness)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (for crunch)
- ¼ cup shredded coconut (for a tropical twist)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray, or line with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the banana bread mix with wet ingredients (eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla).
- Stir until just combined—don’t overmix! If using add-ins, gently fold them in.
Step 3: Bake the Bread
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 4: Cool & Serve
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Slice and serve warm, or store for later.
Notes
- Make it Dairy-Free: Swap out milk for almond or oat milk and use oil instead of butter.
- For Muffins: Pour batter into a muffin tin and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18–22 minutes.
- Freezing Tip: Wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Moisture Boost: If your mix tends to be dry, add ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: USA
Nutrition
- Calories: 220Kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg