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Banana Carrot Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting

Banana Carrot Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Banana Carrot Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting is a moist, naturally sweet quick bread combining ripe bananas and fresh carrots with warm spices. Topped with a luscious, tangy cream cheese frosting, this delightful treat is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert and offers a slightly healthier indulgence with a comforting flavor and creamy finish.

Ingredients

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Banana Carrot Bread

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed (soft and spotted)
  • 1 cup grated fresh carrots (finely grated)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend for gluten-free)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter or oil
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Cream Cheese Frosting

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan. Peel and mash your ripe bananas, then grate fresh carrots. This prep ensures smooth mixing and even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. This dry mix creates the foundation for the bread’s texture and spice balance.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs, brown sugar, granulated sugar, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract until creamy. Then gently fold in the mashed bananas and grated carrots to evenly distribute flavors.
  4. Bring Wet and Dry Together: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender and moist.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool completely before frosting to prevent melting the cream cheese.
  6. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Whip until fluffy and easy to spread.
  7. Frost and Serve: Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled bread, slice, and enjoy that irresistible creamy layer combined with moist fruity bread.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for extra sweetness and moisture, improving flavor and texture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter; stir until ingredients are just combined to keep the bread soft.
  • Cool the bread completely before frosting to avoid runny frosting.
  • Grate carrots finely to help them blend seamlessly into the batter for even moisture and flavor distribution.
  • Optionally, toast nuts before adding for more intense crunch and flavor.

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Keywords: banana bread, carrot bread, cream cheese frosting, moist quick bread, breakfast bread, gluten free option

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