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Carrot Cake Banana Bread

Irresistibly Moist Carrot Cake Banana Bread for All Diets

This Carrot Cake Banana Bread perfects the blend of comforting flavors and caters to various dietary needs, making it an irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups flour substitute with spelt, oat, or gluten-free flour if desired
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda no substitutions recommended
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional nutmeg can be added
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt to balance sweetness
  • 2 cups mashed overripe banana for a banana-free version, refer to Vegan Carrot Cake recipe
  • 1 cup finely shredded carrot
  • 3/4 cup sweetener (maple syrup, honey, or agave) adjust based on taste preference
  • 1/2 cup milk (of choice or water) for a dairy-free version, use water
  • 1/4 cup oil (or water) use water if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup crushed walnuts for added crunch
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut for a tropical twist

Equipment

  • 9x5 loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5 loaf pan by greasing or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mash bananas and mix in shredded carrot, sweetener, milk, oil, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, being cautious not to overmix.
  5. Fold in optional add-ins like walnuts or shredded coconut if desired.
  6. Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
  7. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra flavor, let the bread cool overnight. Store at room temperature for up to 3-4 days, in the fridge for a week, or freeze for 3 months.

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