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.
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
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