Carrot Banana Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
11%
Carrot Banana Bread
75 min.
10
271kcal

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This carrot banana bread is a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional banana bread. It's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert! The combination of carrots and bananas creates a moist and fluffy loaf with a hint of sweetness. The addition of oatmeal, nuts, and raisins adds a delightful crunch and extra nutrients. This bread is also vegetarian-friendly and provides a good source of protein, making it a well-rounded and satisfying treat.

The recipe is straightforward and easy to follow, with simple steps that result in a delicious and impressive final product. It's a great way to use up ripe bananas and grated carrots, and the end result is a beautiful loaf with a golden crust and a soft, fluffy interior. The optional cream cheese frosting adds a touch of indulgence, making it perfect for special occasions or as a treat for yourself and your family.

This carrot banana bread is not only delicious but also provides numerous health benefits. It has a low glycemic index and load, an anti-inflammatory score, and a good nutrition score. It's also packed with essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, manganese, selenium, and fiber. So, you can indulge in this tasty treat while also nourishing your body.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • cup banana ripe mashed ( 2 large)
  • 1.5 cup carrots grated ( 3 large)
  •  eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup golden raisins with a teaspoon of flour chopped
  • 1.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 0.8 cup nonfat greek yogurt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.5 cup nuts chopped
  • 0.5 cup oatmeal 
  • 0.5 cup oatmeal 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cup flour whole wheat

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • mixing bowl
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour a loaf pan. Set aside.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg in medium mixing bowl; set aside.In a large mixing bowl whisk the yogurt and honey together.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla.
  4. Mix well.
  5. Add 1/4 of the flour mixture at a time and stir in - alternating with the banana and ending with the flour mixture. Scrap down sides and just mix until incorporated; don't over mix.
  6. Add carrot, raisins and walnuts. Stir until evenly mixed throughout. Spoon into the greased loaf pan.
  7. Sprinkle sunflower seeds over top if desired.
  8. Bake 55-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 15-20 minutes.
  9. Remove from pan and continue cooling on wire rack. Frost with cream cheese frosting if desired.In a medium mixing bowl with an electric mixer beat cream cheese, butter, and vanilla together on low-medium until fluffy.
  10. Add a cup and a half of sugar and a tablespoon of milk. Beat.
  11. Add more sugar and milk in small amounts beating after each addition until you get the consistency you want.Beat for two minutes on low until light and fluffy.

Nutrition Facts

Calories271kcal
Protein11.35%
Fat17.9%
Carbs70.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.9
Glycemic Load
24.57
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
13.452173913043%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.92mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:270.65kcal
13.53%
Fat:5.59g
8.6%
Saturated Fat:0.99g
6.2%
Carbohydrates:49.72g
16.57%
Net Carbohydrates:45.65g
16.6%
Sugar:22.76g
25.28%
Cholesterol:33.49mg
11.16%
Sodium:260.4mg
11.32%
Protein:7.97g
15.95%
Vitamin A:3268.42IU
65.37%
Manganese:1mg
49.97%
Selenium:17.42µg
24.89%
Fiber:4.06g
16.26%
Phosphorus:162.24mg
16.22%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.38%
Magnesium:53.7mg
13.43%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.02%
Copper:0.24mg
11.78%
Folate:45.3µg
11.33%
Vitamin B3:2.14mg
10.7%
Iron:1.92mg
10.65%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.35%
Potassium:321.33mg
9.18%
Zinc:1.2mg
8.01%
Vitamin B5:0.58mg
5.85%
Calcium:49.06mg
4.91%
Vitamin C:2.71mg
3.29%
Vitamin K:3.32µg
3.16%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
3.06%
Vitamin E:0.36mg
2.42%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.17%
Source:Foodista