Banana Cake with Marshmallow Frosting And Caramel Drizzle

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You will be licking your plate after you taste this Banana Cake with Marshmallow Frosting and Caramel Drizzle. You can quickly and easily prepare this banana cake using cake mix with little effort, and it’s moist and delicious every time.

Whether you are looking for the perfect birthday cake, potluck dessert, or something easy, this is sure to be a favorite box mix cake recipe.

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Banana Cake with Marshmallow Frosting And Caramel Drizzle

Adding bananas to cake mix is an easy and incredibly delicious way to enjoy a tasty dessert. I will teach you all about how to make banana cake, and you can enjoy it for years and years to come. There is nothing better than a tasty, moist piece of cake that is filled with lots of banana flavors. It’s impressive, and I am sure you are going to be as excited as I am.

The last time I made this banana cake, it was for a friend that just had a baby. They were thrilled to get such a yummy dessert, and it saved her from having to cook. They were thrilled with the flavor, and I was happy to help.

How To Dress Up A Boxed Cake Mix

Making traditional boxed cake mixes can leave you feeling bored and underwhelmed. Thankfully, there are ways you can dress up the cake mix to give yourself an incredible dessert.

First of all, you want to add extra ingredients to the mix. We will show you exactly what you need for this easy banana cake. You can play with other recipes by adding in a few extras too.

Secondly, adding frosting that’s homemade instead of a can of frosting gives you terrific results too.

How To Ripen Bananas Fast

If you need bananas to be ripened quickly so you can add them to a recipe, don’t worry, we have some simple tips to help. The first thing you can try is to microwave the banana for a minute or two. It will be extremely hot, and you should let it cool first. Once it’s cool, it will be a soft texture that is perfect for baking.

Another idea is to bake the banana at 275 degrees for 25-20 minutes. Be sure to leave the skin on, and don’t be alarmed when it changes colors. It’s normal, and the banana itself will ripen so you can use it.

If you have more time, then place the bananas in a paper bag to speed up the ripening process. If you have an apple, add it to the bag because it will speed it up even more.

Variations To Recipe

Banana cake is easy to add variety to. You simply in your extra favorite ingredients and devour every last crumb. Here are a few of our favorite add-ins you are going to want to try out.

Chocolate – I am a self-proclaimed chocoholic, so I knew adding some chocolate would take this cake to the next level. I was entirely right and had to share it with you. Use milk, semi-sweet, or even white chocolate. Chocolate chips work fine, or you can chop a chocolate bar.
Nuts – Any kind of nut you enjoy will be fine! Pecans, walnuts, and hazelnuts would be my top picks, but you could also use pistachios or almonds too.
Hot Fudge – You can drizzle some hot fudge on top of the banana cake after it’s cooled and ready to serve. It’s so yummy with the bananas.

Does This Cake Need Refrigerated

No, this banana cake with marshmallow frosting doesn’t have to be refrigerated if you don’t want it to be. I love the texture of the cold cake, but you can easily leave it at room temperature if you want to. It will last 3-4 days, whether it’s chilled or at room temp. Try it both ways to see what you like the best.

How Long Will This Cake Last

This incredible banana cake will last for 3-4 days, either in the fridge or on the counter. It just needs to be adequately covered and kept away from any heat sources like sunlight or steam.

Can You Freeze

Yes, you can freeze this banana cake if you want. Allow it time to cool all the way, then cover with foil or plastic wrap. Place it inside of a freezer-safe bag or container. The cake will last 2 – 3 months in the freezer—Thaw in the fridge or on the counter before eating.

Ingredients

Yellow cake mix; I used Betty Crocker
Baking soda
Cinnamon
Nutmeg
Pinch of cloves
Water, oil and eggs; that are listed on the box
Large over-ripe bananas mashed; about 1 1/2 cups

Marshmallow Frosting:

Egg whites, large
Cream of tartar
Pinch of salt
Granulated sugar, divided
Vanilla extract
Water
Caramel sauce; for drizzle

How To Make Banana Cake

Step 1. Warm the oven to 350 degrees. Then grease the sides and bottom of a 9 x 13 pan.

Step 2. Mix up the box cake mix, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Combine them in the mix.

Step 3. Then pour in the water, oil, and eggs as directed on the back of your box cake mix.

Step 4. Mix the cake mix until almost completely mixed. Then mix in the mashed bananas.

Step 5. Bake the cake for 30-40 minutes or until your banana cake is done. Allow the cake to cool on a cooling rack.

Step 6. Once the banana cake is cooled you can begin to work on the marshmallow frosting.

Step 7. Pour the egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt into a mixing bowl and whip on medium speed until foamy.

Step 8. While you are still whipping slowly add 1 cup of the sugar; about 1 teaspoon at a time.

Step 9. Once all of the of sugar (one cup) has been added, continue to whip until the meringue can hold stiff peaks.

Step 10. Mix in the vanilla extract, and continue to stir the meringue at low speed while you prepare the hot sugar syrup.

Step 11. Place the additional 1 cup of sugar in a small pot, along with the water.

Step 12. Heat the pot using medium heat and cook until the syrup boils and reaches 235 degrees F.

Step 13. In a very slow and steady stream, pour in the hot sugar syrup to the meringue, while continuing to whip on low speed.

Step 13. When all the syrup has been added, turn it to high speed and continue to whip until very stiff and glossy. This will take just a bit of time to do.

Step 14. Spread the frosting on the cake evenly, and then use a kitchen torch to over the top to help give it a browned marshmallow look.

Step 15. Then drizzle caramel sauce on top.

Step 16. After the cake is frosted and ready you can slice and serve your banana cake with marshmallow frosting.

Enjoy!

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Ingredients

1 box yellow cake mix; I used Betty Crocker
1 TSP baking soda
1/2 TSP cinnamon
1/4 TSP nutmeg
Pinch of cloves
Water, oil and eggs; that are listed on the box
3 large over-ripe bananas mashed; about 1 1/2 cups

Marshmallow Frosting:

5 egg whites, large
1/2 TSP cream of tartar
pinch of salt
2 C granulated sugar, divided
2 TSP vanilla extract
2/3 C water
Caramel sauce; for drizzle

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease 9 x 13 pan.
Start by mixing up your box cake mix, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Give it a mix.
Then add in your water, oil and eggs as directed on the back of your box cake mix.
You will stir up the cake mix until almost completely mixed. Then stir in your mashed bananas.
Bake for 30-40 minutes or until your banana cake is done. Allow your banana cake to cool on a cooling rack.
Once your cake is cooled you can begin to work on the marshmallow frosting.
Place the egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt in a large mixing bowl and whip on medium speed until foamy.
While continuing to whip,you will slowly add 1 cup of the sugar; about 1 teaspoon at a time.
Once the entire cup of sugar has been added, continue to whip until the meringue can hold stiff peaks.
Whip in the vanilla extract, and continue to stir the meringue on low speed while you prepare the hot sugar syrup.
Place the remaining 1 cup of sugar in a small pot, along with the water.
Place the pot over medium heat and cook until the syrup boils and reaches 235 degrees F.
In a very slow and steady stream, add the hot sugar syrup to the meringue, while continuing to whip on low speed.
When all the syrup has been added, turn the mixer up to high speed and whip until very stiff and glossy. This will take just a bit of time to do.
Spread the frosting on the cake, and then use a kitchen torch to help give it a browned marshmallow look.
Then drizzle your choice of caramel sauce on top.
Once your cake is frosted and ready you can slice and serve your banana cake with marshmallow frosting.