Mimi's Cafe Carrot Raisin Bread Copycat Recipe by Todd Wilbur

Savor the nostalgic flavors of Mimi’s Cafe with this irresistible Carrot Raisin Bread Copycat Recipe by Todd Wilbur. Bursting with wholesome ingredients like freshly grated carrots, sweet raisins, shredded coconut, and crushed pineapple, this moist and flavorful bread perfectly balances natural sweetness and warm spices. A hint of cinnamon ties together the comforting aroma, while optional chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make loaf is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful afternoon treat. Pair it with a warm cup of coffee or tea for the ultimate indulgence in homemade comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1.5 cups Sugar
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 3 Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Grated carrots
• 0.5 cups Shredded coconut
• 0.75 cups Crushed pineapple (drained)
• 0.5 cups Raisins
• 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts (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 all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the grated carrots, shredded coconut, crushed pineapple, raisins, and chopped walnuts (if using). Ensure all are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 8

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1739.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6967.4

Total Fat 502.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 91.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 268.8g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 2861.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 611.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.8g	0%
Total Sugars 389.5g
Protein 61.6g	0%

Vitamin D 120IU	0%
Calcium 346.5mg	0%
Iron 21.8mg	0%
Potassium 2259.5mg	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: 62.7%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 33.9%