Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Carrot Cake Banana Bread, a delicious fusion that brings together the moistness of banana bread and the spiced goodness of carrot cake. This easy quick bread recipe is perfect for brunch, dessert tables, or simply enjoying with your morning coffee. The sweet bananas harmonize beautifully with tender carrots and warm spices, topped off with rich homemade cream cheese frosting for an irresistible treat. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or craving a cozy evening snack, this unique dessert will surely impress.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup softened butter
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups mashed bananas (about 3–4 medium)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground all spice
1 cup shredded carrots
8 oz cream cheese (for frosting)
1/2 cup butter (for frosting)
1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
3/4 tsp ground cinnamon (for frosting)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your loaf pans.
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice.
In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugars until fluffy. Add eggs and mix well.
Incorporate mashed bananas and vanilla into the creamed mixture.
Gradually blend dry ingredients into the wet mixture; fold in shredded carrots.
Pour batter into loaf pans and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
For the frosting, beat together cream cheese and butter; add powdered sugar and cinnamon until smooth.
Frost cooled bread generously with cream cheese frosting.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
Calories: 245
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg