Description
This Classic Banana Bread with Pancake Mix is a quick and easy way to enjoy homemade banana bread. Using pancake mix simplifies the baking process, making it perfect for beginners or those short on time. The result is a moist, delicious bread that’s full of banana flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups pancake mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2–3 medium bananas)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional add-ins: ½ cup nuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in mashed bananas and vanilla.
- Gradually add pancake mix, mixing just until incorporated. Fold in any optional add-ins.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a healthier version, substitute half of the sugar with honey or maple syrup.
- If using a gluten-free pancake mix, ensure all other ingredients are gluten-free to make the recipe celiac-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg