Carrot Banana Muffins Or Bundt Cake Recipe

Get ready for a taste sensation! This recipe blends the best of banana bread and carrot cake, creating a healthier, moist, and delicious treat. Inspired by a beloved Bon Appétit recipe (Oct. 1993), this version swaps oil for applesauce, resulting in a surprisingly delightful texture. Bake it as 20 scrumptious muffins or a stunning bundt cake – perfect for any occasion! Enjoy this healthier twist on a classic.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 115.5 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Carrot Banana Muffins Or Bundt Cake

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How to Make Carrot Banana Muffins Or Bundt Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease a 12-cup bundt pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup unsweetened applesauce, ¾ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup packed brown sugar, and 2 large eggs until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Gently fold in 1 cup grated carrots, 1 cup mashed ripe banana, and ½ cup chopped pecans.
  6. For muffins: Fill muffin cups about ¾ full. Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. For bundt cake: Pour batter into prepared bundt pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let muffins or cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

1g

Carbs

7g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For Large Groups Healthy Breads Fruit Vegetables American Easy Beginner Cook Kid Friendly Kosher Low Fat Vegetarian Muffins Dietary Gifts Low Saturated Fat Oamc Freezer Make Ahead Quick Breads Low In Something Tropical Fruit Bananas Carrots Brunch Taste Mood Sweet Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less