Chunky Monkey Bundt Cake
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 16 1x
Description
This basic bundt cake can be remade however you please – be creative!
Ingredients
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- 1 package (18-1/4 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1-1/4 cups (300 ml) water
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) unsweetened applesauce
- 2 medium bananas, mashed
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) miniature semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) chopped walnuts, toasted
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, eggs and applesauce; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Stir in the bananas, chips and walnuts.
- Transfer to a 10-in. fluted tube pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does this recipe use applesauce alongside the mashed bananas?
The 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce works alongside the 2 mashed bananas to add moisture and act as a partial fat replacement. Together they give the bundt cake a tender, dense crumb without requiring additional oil or extra butter beyond what the cake mix provides.
How do I know when the bundt cake is done?
Bake at 350°F for 40–50 minutes, then test by inserting a toothpick near the center — it should come out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to prevent it from breaking.
