Carrot Banana Cake Recipe
This Carrot Banana Cake is one of those simple carrot cake ideas that turns everyday ingredients into something truly special. Soft like a banana cake recipe moist and comforting like your favorite carrot cake desserts, it’s the perfect homemade treat to share with family.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas about 3 bananas
- 1 ½ cups freshly grated carrots
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
- For the frosting optional:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan or two loaf pans if you prefer a banana loaf style.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and oil until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently stir in grated carrots and nuts if using. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes (less for loaf pans, more for larger pan), or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
- To make the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until fluffy. Spread evenly over the cooled cake.
- Slice and serve as a delicious banana dessert that feels both classic and new.
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