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Carrot Cake Banana Bread

A delightful twist on traditional baked goods, this Carrot Cake Banana Bread combines the rich flavors of carrot cake with the sweetness of banana bread, making it a healthy and comforting treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large large ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
  • 2 1/4 cups self-raising flour
  • 2 large large carrots, grated
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Optional Topping
  • 3 tbsp vegan cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp vegan vanilla or plain yogurt
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and prepare a loaf tin with parchment paper or greasing.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, maple syrup, coconut oil, and grated carrots.
  3. Gradually mix in the self-raising flour, cinnamon, and pecans until well combined.
  4. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf tin.
  5. If using, whisk together the topping ingredients until smooth.
Baking
  1. Bake the bread for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the bread to cool before spreading the vegan cream cheese mixture on top. Garnish with additional pecans for extra crunch.

Notes

This bread is perfect for meal prep, can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months. For portion control, aim for a 1-inch thick slice.