Microwave Banana Caramel Dump Cake
Oh, darling, let me introduce you to the dessert that’s here to rescue you when the banana bread dreams start slipping into banana mush reality. This Microwave Banana Caramel Dump Cake is the ultimate “I need a dessert, and I need it now” kind of treat.
We’re talking ripe bananas that have seen better days, a sprinkle of cake mix (because who has time to measure?), and enough caramel sauce to make you wonder if this counts as your daily fruit serving.
The best part? You don’t even need to turn on the oven. Just a quick zap in the microwave, and voilà! You’ve got a warm, gooey, caramel-drizzled miracle that tastes like you spent hours baking (but we both know you didn’t).
So grab a spoon, honey, and dig in—this cake is proof that sometimes, life’s best moments are the ones that come in a bowl, with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Microwave Banana Caramel Dump Cake
Equipment
- 1 8" x 8" microwaveable baking dish
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed ripe bananas
- 1/2 box yellow cake mix
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Spray a microwave-safe baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Spread the mashed bananas evenly in the bottom of the dish.
- Sprinkle the cake mix evenly over the bananas.
- Drizzle the melted butter and caramel sauce over the cake mix.
- Microwave on high for 10-12 minutes, or until the top is set and the cake is cooked through.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
Diva's Terrific Tweaks
Peanut butter twist:
Drizzle 1/4 cup melted peanut butter over the mashed bananas before adding the cake mix.
Cinnamon flavor:
Add 1 tsp ground cinnamon to the mashed bananas for extra flavor.
Nutty addition:
Sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans over the caramel sauce before cooking.
Presentation Suggestions:
Serve this cake warm, straight from the microwave, with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of extra caramel sauce for good measure.
For a touch of elegance, sprinkle some chopped nuts on top and add a scoop of vanilla ice cream—because why not turn this easy dessert into an indulgent experience?
Ready to turn those sad bananas into something spectacular? Give this Microwave Banana Caramel Dump Cake a try, and watch it disappear in no time!
Don’t forget to share your delicious creation with us—because we all need a little dessert envy in our lives! 🍰
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