Ingredients for Banana Carrot Cake
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Mashed Banana
- Canola Oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Clove
- Quick Cooking Oats
- Carrot
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
How to Make Banana Carrot Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mash 2 ripe bananas with a fork. Add 1 cup granulated sugar and ½ cup vegetable oil. Mix well.
- Add 2 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- 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.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in 2 cups grated carrots and 1 cup rolled oats.
- Mix well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle with ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional).
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Start checking at 40 minutes.
- Let the cake cool completely in the pan before serving.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
19 g
Sugar
105g
Fat
10g
Carbs
17g