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Banana Bread Carrot Cake Recipe

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Ingredients

This banana bread carrot cake recipe is a delicious and easy way to make a classic favorite. You'll need the following ingredients to make it:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed (1 1/2 cups)
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream together melted butter and sugars until creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla. Add the mashed banana and mix until combined. Finally, stir in the dry ingredients, grated carrots and walnuts (if using). Pour batter into prepared loaf pan, and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. Allow to cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

This banana bread carrot cake recipe makes 12 servings. Each serving contains the following nutrition information:

  • Calories: 261
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Sugar: 20g

Tips for Making Banana Bread Carrot Cake

This recipe is a great way to use up ripe bananas and carrots. You can also add other ingredients to this banana bread carrot cake to make it even more flavorful. Try adding 1/2 cup of dried cranberries, raisins, or chopped dates. You can also add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts. And if you like a spicier cake, try adding 1 teaspoon of ground ginger or 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves. For a delicious glaze to top your cake, mix together 1/4 cup of melted butter with 1 cup of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of milk or cream. Drizzle over the cooled cake and enjoy!

Storage

This banana bread carrot cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. Or you can wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. If you want to freeze the cake, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then wrap in aluminum foil. It will keep in the freezer for up to three months.

Serving Suggestions

This banana bread carrot cake is delicious served as is, or you can dress it up with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream. It's also great for breakfast or a snack, served with a cup of coffee or tea. You can also use it to make a delicious dessert sandwich. Slice the cake in half, spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on one side and a layer of raspberry jam on the other, and put the two halves together. Enjoy!

Conclusion

This banana bread carrot cake recipe is an easy and delicious way to make a classic favorite. With its sweet and moist texture, it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. Plus, the addition of the carrots adds a nutritious twist to the traditional recipe. So, why not give it a try?


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