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Quick Carrot Cake Banana Bread

Delicious Quick Carrot Cake Banana Bread You’ll Crave Daily

Quick Carrot Cake Banana Bread is a delicious blend of bananas and carrots easy to make for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 large Ripe Bananas Very ripe, dark brown for best sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 cup Carrots Grated finely and squeezed out excess moisture.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential leavening agent.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can swap with brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Helps bind ingredients together.
  • 1/2 cup Oil or Butter Use oil for lighter loaf, butter for richer flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional, adds depth.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Nuts (walnuts or pecans) Add for crunch and flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Coconut For sweet, chewy texture.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Quick Carrot Cake Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda; whisk until blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, mash ripe bananas, then add carrots, eggs, and oil; whisk until combined.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just mixed.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for about 45 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For best flavor, wrap and refrigerate overnight before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container with a paper towel inside to maintain moisture without sogginess. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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