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Carrot Cake Banana Bread

Moist Carrot Cake Banana Bread for a Healthy Treat

This Carrot Cake Banana Bread combines two beloved recipes into a delicious, healthy treat, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups flour white, spelt, oat, or gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda essential for rise
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon adjust based on taste
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder works with baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg optional, substitute with cinnamon if preferred
  • 1 cup mashed overripe banana provides moisture and sweetness
  • 1 cup finely shredded carrot freshly grated is best
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup or honey or agave to sweeten
  • 1/2 cup milk of choice use non-dairy milk for vegan
  • 1/4 cup oil or water for oil-free version
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract infuses flavor
Optional Frosting
  • 1/2 cup coconut butter or vegan cream cheese

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowls
  • loaf pan
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Carrot Cake Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all your dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and optional nutmeg. Whisk until well blended.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: mashed banana, shredded carrot, sweetener, milk, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently stir with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top evenly.
  6. Bake for about 45 minutes, checking for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out mostly clean.
  7. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. If desired, frost with coconut butter or vegan cream cheese after cooling.
  9. To store leftovers, cover at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for 3-4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing for the best texture. Use room temperature ingredients for smoother batter.

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