Description

Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with this Carrot Cake Banana Bread, a moist and flavorful quick bread that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the earthy goodness of shredded carrots, creating a tender loaf that satisfies both dessert cravings and snack time needs. Topped with a rich homemade cream cheese frosting, each slice is an inviting treat that you won’t be able to resist. Ideal for breakfast, afternoon tea, or as a shareable dessert at gatherings, this versatile bread is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup butter, softened
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 bananas)
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, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup crushed pecans
1/4 cup shredded carrots

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two greased loaf pans.
In a mixing bowl, beat together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract; mix well.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and spices. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
Gently fold in shredded carrots until evenly distributed.
Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cooling before frosting with cream cheese frosting.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 220
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 190mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg