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Freshly baked Carrot Quick Bread Loaf on a wooden table.
Clara Whitley

Carrot Quick Bread Loaf

This carrot quick bread loaf brings warmth and nostalgia with its moist texture and delightful blend of spices, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar) Brown sugar adds a deeper flavor.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated carrots
Optional Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup raisins

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk until well blended.
  3. In another bowl, mix the sugar and oil until combined. Then add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. It’s fine to have a few lumps.
  5. Gently stir in the grated carrots and any optional mix-ins like walnuts or raisins.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
  2. Bake for about 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

For a healthier version, substitute some sugar with unsweetened applesauce. For a vegan option, replace eggs with flax eggs and use a vegetable-based oil. This bread freezes well for up to 3 months.

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