No Bananas Speckled Banana Cake Recipe

Deceptively delicious! This surprisingly easy recipe creates a beautiful speckled banana cake WITHOUT using actual bananas. We use instant banana pudding mix for that irresistible banana flavor, and poppy seeds add a delightful speckled texture. Get ready for rave reviews – this cake is moist, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 251.3 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for No Bananas Speckled Banana Cake

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How to Make No Bananas Speckled Banana Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the instant banana pudding mix and poppy seeds.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar or frost with your favorite frosting before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

74g

Fat

9g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make No Bananas Speckled Banana Cake?

No Bananas Speckled Banana Cake takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in No Bananas Speckled Banana Cake?

No Bananas Speckled Banana Cake has approximately 251.3 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for No Bananas Speckled Banana Cake?

The key ingredients for No Bananas Speckled Banana Cake are Yellow Cake Mix, Hot Water, Vegetable Oil, Instant Banana Pudding Mix, Eggs, Poppy Seed. See the full list with measurements above.

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