Funky Monkey Banana Dump Cake
Oh, darlings, let me tell you about the time I tried to be one of those “Pinterest-perfect” moms who makes everything from scratch. I had visions of homemade banana bread dancing in my head, but alas, life had other plans—like a mountain of laundry and a child who decided the living room was an art studio.
Enter: the Funky Monkey Banana Dump Cake, my sweet savior!
This cake is a glorious mashup of ripe bananas, creamy vanilla pudding, and a scandalous amount of chocolate chips. It’s so easy to make, you could practically do it with one hand tied behind your back (which, let’s be real, is how I’m usually functioning).
Just dump, layer, and bake—no fancy techniques required.
The result? A gooey, golden masterpiece that tastes like you spent hours slaving away in the kitchen, when really, you were just trying to keep the kids from swinging off the chandelier.
So, if you’ve got a sweet tooth like me and a schedule that’s crazier than a monkey on a sugar high, this cake is your new best friend.
Let’s get baking, darling!
Funky Monkey Banana Dump Cake
Equipment
- 1 9" x 13" baking dish or pan
Ingredients
- 4 ripe bananas sliced
- 1 3.4-ounce box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Layer the banana slices evenly in the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the pudding mix over the bananas, followed by the cake mix.
- Scatter chocolate chips on top.
- Drizzle melted butter over the entire mixture.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
Diva's Terrific Tweaks
Swap the vanilla pudding with chocolate pudding for an extra chocolatey delight.
Add a handful of mini marshmallows before baking for a s’mores-inspired twist.
Use peanut butter chips instead of chocolate chips for a peanut-buttery banana combo.
Presentation Suggestions:
Serve this cake with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
For extra kid-friendly fun, stick some banana slices on top like monkey ears!
Ready to go bananas? Whip up this Funky Monkey Banana Dump Cake and let the fun begin!
Grab your ingredients, channel your inner diva, and dive into this easy-peasy, deliciously chaotic treat.
Trust me, the whole troop will go wild for it! 
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