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Carrot Bread

Moist and Flavorful Carrot Bread for Every Occasion

This delightful carrot bread is moist, healthy, and perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Flour Can substitute with white all-purpose, whole grain spelt, or a gluten-free blend.
  • 1 cup Sugar Try monkfruit or coconut sugar for a low-calorie option.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Can swap with nutmeg or ginger.
  • 2 cups Shredded Carrot Main ingredient providing moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Oil, Butter, or Almond Butter Substitute applesauce for a healthier version.
  • 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1 large Egg or Flax Egg Omit for a vegan version.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Raisins Substitute with dried cranberries if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Can replace with pecans.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix shredded carrot, water, oil or applesauce, vanilla extract, and egg until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for approximately 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
  7. Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a plate to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Adjust sweetness to taste and feel free to experiment with different add-ins like nuts or dried fruits.

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