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Carrot Cake Banana Bread

Moist Carrot Cake Banana Bread with Velvety Cream Cheese Frosting

This Moist Carrot Cake Banana Bread blends sweet bananas and warm spices, delivering a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 cup Butter Softened; can substitute with margarine for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can use coconut sugar for lower glycemic index.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Contributes caramel flavor and moisture.
  • 2 large Eggs Can substitute with flax eggs for vegan version.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda For leavening.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 3-4 medium Mashed Bananas Consider using unsweetened applesauce for a lower-sugar option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional spices can include nutmeg, ginger, or allspice.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Adds texture and nutrition.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Softened.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Loaf pans
  • Spatula

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8x4 inch loaf pans with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, along with a splash of vanilla extract, until well combined.
  4. Sift in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the shredded carrots and mashed bananas gently into the batter.
  6. Pour the prepared batter into the greased loaf pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  7. Once baked, allow the bread to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  8. For the frosting, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
  9. Once cooled, generously spread the cream cheese frosting over the top of the loaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better blending. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and moist.

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