Banana Cake Mix

Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. Once prepared, store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

For an extra moist cake, try substituting applesauce or mashed ripe bananas for some of the liquid called for in the mix instructions.

Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter for a bit of crunch.

A swirl of cream cheese frosting is a classic topping for banana cake.

Overmixing the batter, which can lead to a tough cake.

Not preheating the oven properly, which can affect baking time and texture.

Opening the oven door too often during baking, causing the cake to sink.