Carrot Banana Bread

By Feelgoodfoodie · 90 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Whisk the 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
3. In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, or a large bowl with a hand mixer, beat the ½ cup softened unsalted butter and ¾ cup packed dark brown sugar on medium speed for 2 minutes, until light and fluffy.
4. Add the 2 room-temperature large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Add the 3 mashed ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups) and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and mix until combined.
5. Mix in the flour mixture on low speed until no streaks remain. Fold in the 1 cup shredded carrots and ½ cup chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
6. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 65 to 70 minutes, until a cake tester inserted in the centre comes out clean. If the top browns too much, tent it with foil during the last 15 minutes.
7. Let the loaf cool completely in the pan. Meanwhile, whisk the 4 ounces softened cream cheese, ¼ cup powdered sugar and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Spread over the cooled bread and sprinkle with more chopped walnuts.

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