Q1: Can I make Birthday Cake Banana Bread without eggs?

Yes, you can replace each egg with a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water) or use a store-bought egg replacer. The texture will be slightly denser but still delicious.

Q2: Why did my sprinkles melt or bleed into the batter?

This often happens when using nonpareils instead of jimmies. Always choose rainbow jimmies, and gently fold them in at the end to minimize color bleeding.

Q3: How can I tell when the banana bread is fully baked?

Insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf—if it comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs, it’s ready. The top should also spring back slightly when touched.

Q4: Can I freeze Birthday Cake Banana Bread?

Absolutely. Let it cool completely, then wrap slices or the whole loaf tightly in plastic wrap and foil. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature or toast slices.

Birthday Cake Banana Bread

Name: Birthday Cake Banana Bread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 ripe bananas, mashed; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted (or oil); 2 large eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles (jimmies, not nonpareils)

Description

This fun and festive Birthday Cake Banana Bread is a beginner-friendly twist on classic banana bread, made with ripe bananas and colorful sprinkles.

Ingredients

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3 ripe bananas, mashed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted (or oil)
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles (jimmies, not nonpareils)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan and line with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
Add sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and whisk until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined—do not overmix.
Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles, reserving some for topping if desired.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle additional sprinkles on top.
Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and sweetness.
Use rainbow jimmies to prevent color bleeding—avoid nonpareils.
If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil halfway through baking.
Wrap and freeze individual slices for easy future breakfasts.
Can be made dairy-free by using oil or coconut oil instead of butter.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 210
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 190mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg