Carrot Cake Banana Bread with Walnuts for a Hearty Slice
Carrot Cake Banana Bread Recipe is a moist and flavorful loaf made with ripe bananas, grated carrots, warm spices, and simple baking ingredients, creating a soft and satisfying baked treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 10 slices 1x
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas
1 cup finely grated carrots
2 large eggs
1/2 cup brown sugar or granulated sugar
1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
1/3 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a loaf pan with grease or parchment paper.
- Mash bananas in a large bowl, then mix in eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
- Combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients and mix gently.
- Fold in grated carrots and optional add-ins.
- Pour batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Avoid overmixing to maintain a soft texture.
Ensure bananas are fully ripe for best flavor and moisture.