4 Ingredient Banana Bread That Will Melt Your Heart
This 4 ingredient banana bread is soft, moist, and naturally sweet—made in one bowl, with no mixer or oil required. Perfect for busy mornings or cozy treats, this easy recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort and maximum comfort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 very ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional but recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs and mix until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the yellow cake mix, stirring just until the ingredients are incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the chopped nuts, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Use bananas that are deeply spotted or mostly black for the best sweetness and texture.
- To make this banana bread plant-based, substitute the eggs with flax eggs or another egg alternative.
- You can use white or spice cake mix as a substitute for yellow cake mix to change the flavor profile.
- Add chocolate chips, cinnamon, or a swirl of peanut butter for extra flair.
- Store leftovers wrapped at room temperature for 2–3 days or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
Find it online: https://allfruitrecipes.com/4-ingredient-banana-bread-recipe/