3-Ingredient Banana Bread!

Let’s face it: Sometimes, you want homemade banana bread, but the thought of measuring flour, cracking eggs, and creaming butter feels like a full-blown workout. Enter 3-Ingredient Banana Bread. Yes, you read that right—just three ingredients stand between you and a loaf of moist, banana-y goodness. It’s perfect for lazy mornings, last-minute cravings, or when you need to use up those sad, overripe bananas on your counter. Let’s get baking!

Why This Banana Bread is a Game-Changer

No-fuss ingredients: Bananas, cake mix, and eggs. That’s it.

Quick and easy: Mix, pour, bake. Done.

Customizable: Add chocolate chips, nuts, or spices if you’re feeling fancy.

Crowd-pleaser: Kids, adults, and even picky eaters will love it.

Ingredients (aka What’s Already in Your Kitchen)

(Makes 1 loaf)

3–4 overripe bananas (the spottier, the better)

1 box yellow cake mix (or spice cake mix for extra flavor)

2 large eggs

Optional add-ins:

½ cup chocolate chips

½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans work great)

1 tsp cinnamon or vanilla extract

Step-by-Step (It’s Almost Too Easy)

Preheat & Prep

Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Mash the Bananas

In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth(ish). A few lumps are fine—this isn’t a beauty contest.

Mix the Ingredients

Add the cake mix and eggs to the mashed bananas. Stir until just combined. Don’t overmix—it’s okay if there are a few dry spots.

Fold in Extras (Optional)

If you’re adding chocolate chips, nuts, or spices, gently fold them in now.

Bake to Perfection

Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool & Slice

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy!

Pro Tips for Banana Bread Greatness

Use overripe bananas: The blacker, the better. They’re sweeter and mash easier.

Don’t overmix: A few lumps are fine. Overmixing = tough bread.

Check for doneness: If the top is browning too quickly, cover it loosely with foil.

Freeze for later: Wrap slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.

5 Ways to Shake It Up

Chocolate Lover’s Dream: Add ½ cup chocolate chips and 1 tbsp cocoa powder.

Nutty Delight: Fold in ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans.

Spiced Version: Add 1 tsp cinnamon, ½ tsp nutmeg, and a pinch of cloves.

Gluten-Free Hack: Use a gluten-free cake mix.

Vegan Twist: Swap eggs for ½ cup unsweetened applesauce.

Serving Ideas That’ll Make You Look Like a Pro

Warm with butter: Because duh.

Toasted with peanut butter: The ultimate snack.

Drizzled with honey: For a touch of sweetness.

With a scoop of ice cream: Call it “banana bread à la mode.”

FAQ (Because I Know You’re Wondering)

“Can I use a different cake mix?”

Absolutely! Spice cake mix adds warmth, while chocolate cake mix makes it decadent.

“Why is my bread dense?”

You probably overmixed the batter. Next time, stir until just combined.

“Can I make muffins instead?”

Yes! Pour the batter into a muffin tin and bake for 18–20 minutes.

Why This Banana Bread is My Go-To

This isn’t just a recipe—it’s a lifesaver. It’s the loaf I make when I’m too tired to measure ingredients but still want something homemade. It’s the treat I bring to potlucks when I forgot I signed up. And it’s the snack I stash in the freezer for emergency cravings.

So grab those bananas, dump in the cake mix, and let the oven do the work. You’ve earned it.