Carrot Cake Banana Bread

Carrot Cake Banana Bread: A Sweet Fusion of Two Classic Flavors

If you’re a fan of banana bread and carrot cake, then this Carrot Cake Banana Bread is the perfect treat for you! Combining the best of both worlds, this bread offers the moist, dense texture of banana bread with the warm spices and tender shredded carrots of a traditional carrot cake. And to top it off, a luscious cream cheese frosting brings it all together. Whether for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, this bread will satisfy your sweet cravings.

Ingredients:

Carrot Cake Banana Bread:

• 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 allspice
• 1 cup shredded carrots

Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon

Optional Toppings:

• 1/2 cup crushed pecans
• 1/4 cup shredded carrots

Directions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8×4-inch loaf pans. Set them aside.

2. Cream the Butter and Sugars:
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.

3. Add the Wet Ingredients:
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until well combined and smooth.

4. Sift the Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, and salt. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined—be careful not to overmix.

5. Fold in Carrots and Bananas:
Gently fold in the shredded carrots and mashed bananas until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

6. Divide the Batter:
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared loaf pans.

7. Bake:
Bake the loaves for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, allow the bread to cool completely before applying the frosting.

8. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:
In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and powdered sugar, mixing until the frosting is light and fluffy.

9. Frost the Bread:
Once the loaves have cooled, generously spread the cream cheese frosting over the tops.

Optional Toppings:
For extra texture and presentation, garnish the frosted loaves with crushed pecans and shredded carrots. The pecans add a satisfying crunch while the carrots give a vibrant pop of color.

Recipe Summary:

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 30-35 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Calories: 350 kcal per slice
• Servings: 12 slices per loaf

Pro Tips:

• Ripe Bananas: Use overripe bananas for extra sweetness and moisture in the bread.
• Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure the butter and cream cheese are softened at room temperature to ensure a smooth, creamy texture for both the batter and frosting.
• Storage: This bread can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or you can freeze it (without frosting) for later use.

This Carrot Cake Banana Bread is a delightful twist on two beloved recipes. The warm spices, sweet bananas, and tender carrots create a moist, flavorful loaf that pairs perfectly with the creamy cinnamon-infused frosting. Whether you’re serving it for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack, this bread will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen. Enjoy!

Carrot Cake Banana Bread

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• Author: Dulcia
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Yield: 12 1x

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Description

This Carrot Cake Banana Bread is the ultimate fusion of two classic desserts. The warm spices of carrot cake meet the moist, rich flavor of banana bread, creating a loaf that’s incredibly tender and full of flavor. Topped with a luxurious cinnamon cream cheese frosting, this treat is the perfect balance of sweet and spiced. Garnished with crunchy pecans and shredded carrots, it adds a delightful texture to each bite.

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Ingredients

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Carrot Cake Banana Bread:
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 allspice
1 cup shredded carrots
Cream Cheese Frosting:
1/2 cup butter, softened
8 oz cream cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Optional Toppings:
1/2 cup crushed pecans
1/4 cup shredded carrots

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Instructions

Carrot Cake Banana Bread:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8×4-inch loaf pans.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
Sift the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, and salt into the wet mixture. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Fold in the shredded carrots and mashed bananas, mixing until the ingredients are well incorporated.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared loaf pans.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a cake tester or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool completely before frosting.
Cream Cheese Frosting:
In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and combined.
Add the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and powdered sugar, mixing until the frosting is creamy and smooth.
Spread the frosting over the cooled banana bread loaves.
Optional Toppings:
Garnish with crushed pecans and shredded carrots for added texture and presentation.

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30-35 minutes

Nutrition

• Calories: 350