Description
Dairy Free Carrot Cake Banana Bread is a deliciously moist and fluffy treat that combines the best of both worlds: the sweet essence of ripe bananas and the wholesome goodness of grated carrots. This innovative twist on traditional banana bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert and caters to various dietary needs with its dairy-free composition. Packed with nutritious ingredients like oats and carrots, this recipe is not only satisfying but also offers a guilt-free indulgence. Elevate your baking experience by customizing it with nuts or spices for an added personal touch. Enjoy this delightful loaf warm or chilled, making it a versatile addition to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium ripe bananas
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup applesauce
- 3/4 cup quick oats
- 1 cup white whole wheat flour
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- Dairy free cream cheese (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9 x 5-inch bread pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, applesauce, mashed bananas, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine the dry ingredients: quick oats, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, salt, and flour.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; then fold in the grated carrots.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Cover with foil and bake an additional 10-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, prepare frosting by mixing dairy-free cream cheese with powdered sugar and maple syrup until fluffy.
- Once cooled completely, frost the top of the bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg