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Carrot Cake Banana Bread: The Best Indulgent Twist You’ll Love

Carrot Cake Banana Bread
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This Carrot Cake Banana Bread is a delightful twist on two classic desserts, combining the rich flavors of carrot cake with the moistness of banana bread.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and chopped walnuts.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For an extra moist bread, ensure your bananas are very ripe.
  • You can also add raisins or coconut for additional flavor and texture.

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