Carrot Bread

Warm, spiced, and irresistibly moist, this homemade carrot bread is the perfect blend of comfort and flavor. Featuring freshly grated carrots, warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a touch of sweetness from both granulated and brown sugar, this quick bread is easy to make and wonderfully versatile. Chopped walnuts or pecans and raisins can be added for a delightful texture boost, making each slice a true treat. With just 15 minutes of prep time, the batter comes together effortlessly, and the results are bakery-worthy every time. Whether served plain, toasted with butter, or topped with cream cheese, this carrot bread shines as a wholesome breakfast, snack, or dessert option. Add this recipe to your collection and savor the classic charm of a homemade favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups freshly grated carrots
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In another large bowl, whisk the granulated sugar and brown sugar together with the eggs until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Slowly whisk in the vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 5

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in batches, stirring gently after each addition until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Fold in the grated carrots, and if desired, stir in the chopped nuts and raisins, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the surface with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and serve as is, or spread with a touch of cream cheese or butter for an extra indulgent treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1251.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3540.0

Total Fat 159.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.3g
Cholesterol 379.3mg	0%
Sodium 2721.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 503.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.7g	0%
Total Sugars 274.4g
Protein 55.4g	0%

Vitamin D 108.8IU	0%
Calcium 439.8mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 2654.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.1%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 54.8%