Banana Carrot Cake Recipe

This secret family recipe for moist banana carrot cake is a delightful twist on the classic, skipping the cream cheese frosting for a lighter, healthier treat! My husband raves about this cake – the subtle banana flavor perfectly complements the warm spices and carrots. It's incredibly moist and delicious, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make, unbelievably tasty cake!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 415 kcal
Protein 12g
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Ingredients for Banana Carrot Cake

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

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How to Make Banana Carrot Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash 2 ripe bananas with a fork. Add 1 cup granulated sugar and ½ cup vegetable oil. Mix well.
  3. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 2 cups grated carrots and 1 cup rolled oats.
  7. Mix well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  9. Sprinkle with ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional).
  10. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Start checking at 40 minutes.
  11. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

105g

Fat

10g

Carbs

17g

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Appetizers & Snacks Breakfast & Brunch Sweets & Sides Desserts The Americas American Healthy Vegetarian Baking

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Desserts Fruit Vegetables Cakes Tropical Fruit Bananas Carrots

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Banana Carrot Cake?

Banana Carrot Cake takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Banana Carrot Cake?

Banana Carrot Cake has approximately 415 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 31 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Banana Carrot Cake?

The key ingredients for Banana Carrot Cake are Sugar, Mashed Banana, Canola Oil, Eggs, Flour, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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