Red velvet cake and banana bread are an awesome combination that you'll soon swear by. With the chocolate flavor and bananas in every moist and soft bread bite, this Red Velvet Banana Bread isn't one you'll share willingly.
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Adding a sweet twist to my 3 Ingredient Banana Bread, I present a festive loaf of banana red velvet cake. With just 4 ingredients, this recipe offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures that's sure to impress.
This red velvet banana cake combines the richness and vibrant color of red velvet cake with the moistness and sweetness of traditional banana bread.
The fusion of two beloved classics results in a heavenly bread with a stunning red hue, perfect for topping with powdered sugar or a cream cheese glaze for added decadence.
For more red velvet delights, explore my Easy Red Velvet Funnel Cake, and Red Velvet Cake Mix Cheesecake Brownies.
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💛 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Dessert meets snack. With vibrant color, rich chocolate cake flavor, and chunks of banana bread throughout, this loaf feels more like a treat while still working as an everyday snack.
- Minimal effort. This recipe uses just four ingredients and one bowl. Mix everything together with a fork for a low maintenance, no fuss bake.
- A fun twist on a classic. We love putting creative spins on banana bread, from Oreo Banana Bread to Jiffy Banana Cornbread. This red velvet version is especially fun to make during the holidays thanks to its unexpected flavor and festive look.
🛒 Ingredients
Red Velvet Cake Mix. A box of red velvet cake mix provides the structure, leavening, sweetness, and vibrant color for this recipe.
Ripe Bananas. Use very ripe, heavily spotted bananas. The darker they are, the sweeter and more flavorful the bread will be.
See the recipe card below for full ingredients and instructions.
💰 Budget-Friendly Tips
Use overripe bananas: Overripe bananas add natural sweetness and moisture while preventing food waste. Many grocery stores sell ripe bananas at a discount, making this loaf even more affordable.
Cake mix shortcut: Using a boxed cake mix cuts down on extra ingredients and saves both money and time.
Bake once, serve twice: This recipe makes two small loaves or one large loaf, perfect for sharing or freezing for later.
🥄 Instructions for Red Velvet Banana Bread
Step 1: Preheat your oven and grease a bread pan. Set it aside.
Step 2: Mash the bananas in a mixing bowl.
Step 3: Blend in the eggs and oil.
Step 4: Add the dry cake mix to the bowl.
Step 5: Stir together until combined.
Step 6: Pour into the greased bread pan.
Step 7: Bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 8: Let cool for 5 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling completely.
Step 9: Top with powdered sugar (if desired).
Slice, serve and enjoy!
👩🏻🍳 Expert Tips
- Seasonal Themes: Consider decorating with melted white and green chocolates for a festive Christmas banana bread. Swap out colors for Valentine's Day or patriotic holidays to suit the occasion.
- Loaf Size: Use either (2) 8x4 bread loaf pans or a larger 9x5 pan to accommodate the batter.
- Baking Time: Check with a toothpick quickly to avoid sinking in the middle. Adjust baking time by 5 minutes increments if needed.
❄️ Storage and Make Ahead
Storage: Store the cooled Red Velvet Banana Bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Make Ahead: Bake the loaf in advance and freeze it whole or sliced for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
🥗 Side Dishes or Pairing Ideas
Serve Red Velvet Banana Bread with a light dusting of powdered sugar, a smear of cream cheese, or a drizzle of chocolate. It pairs well with fresh fruit, coffee, or a glass of milk for an easy snack or dessert.
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❓ Recipe FAQs
While you could choose to eat your banana bread cold, keeping it at room temperature is fine. If stored in an airtight container at room temperature, your bread can last up to 5 days.
You can eat cake mix banana bread as it, with a smear of butter when warmed or with a dusting of powdered sugar. There are a lot of different ways you can enjoy this cake-like bread.
Yes. Bananas do very well in the freezer. Simply store ripe bananas in an airtight baggie in the freezer for up to 3 months, thaw, and use as needed for recipes.
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📖 Recipe
Red Velvet Banana Bread
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup mashed ripe bananas, about 2 to 3 bananas - ($0.75)
- 3 large eggs - ($0.45)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil - ($0.23)
- 1 box (15.25 ounces) red velvet cake mix - ($1.38)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pans. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease two 8x4-inch loaf pans or one 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Mash the bananas. In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until mostly smooth.
- Add wet ingredients. Add the eggs and vegetable oil to the mashed bananas and mix until well combined.
- Mix in cake mix. Stir in the dry cake mix just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Bake. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan(s). Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Pan size. A 9x5-inch loaf pan will take closer to 50 minutes. Baking time may vary depending on pan material and oven.
- Muffin option. Bake standard muffins for 15 to 18 minutes or mini muffins for about 12 minutes.
- Prevent sinking. Test doneness quickly and add time in 5-minute increments if needed to avoid collapse.
- Storage. Store banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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