Carrot Cake Banana Bread: The Indulgent Twist You Need Today
A delightful blend of two beloved treats, this Carrot Cake Banana Bread is a must-try for a flavorful twist on classic recipes.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas and then mix in the grated carrots.
- Add the sugars, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract, stirring until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- If desired, fold in walnuts and raisins.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a cream cheese frosting on top of the bread.
- This banana bread can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Carrot Cake, Banana Bread, Dessert, Baking