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Carrot bread on a white board with two slices in front.

Homemade Carrot Bread

Erika Marucci
Flavorful homemade carrot bread is loaded with cinnamon, nutmeg, carrots and nuts! Similar to carrot cake but easier to make, this sweet loaf is perfect for brunch or dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 1 loaf
Calories 3458 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

FOR THE BREAD

  • cup all purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup +2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
  • 1⅓ cups grated carrots
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • ½ cup coarsely chopped nuts

VANILLA GLAZE

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons cream (any type)

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat oven to 350F (180C). Grease and flour a 9 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
  • In a large bowl beat the oil and sugars about 2 minutes on medium speed, add the eggs and beat, add the shredded carrots and beat to combine. Stir in the nuts. Add the dry ingredients and stir just to combine (approximately 15-16 stirs) do not over mix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for approximately 40-50 minutes. Cool in the pan 20 minutes, remove the bread from the pan and place on a wire rack to cool completely before glazing. Enjoy!

VANILLA GLAZE

  • In a medium bowl mix together the powdered sugar and cream. Add more or less cream depending on the desired thickness.

Notes

Store: This quick bread can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to a week. Place a slice of regular bread into the container to absorb any excess moisture.
Freeze: Freeze carrot loaf by wrapping it in plastic wrap and then in foil to prevent freezer burn. Freeze for up to 3 months. You can also freeze individual slices so you can enjoy a single slice anytime you would like!

Nutrition

Calories: 3458kcalCarbohydrates: 475gProtein: 40gFat: 165gSaturated Fat: 27gPolyunsaturated Fat: 93gMonounsaturated Fat: 35gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 389mgSodium: 1855mgPotassium: 1286mgFiber: 14gSugar: 335gVitamin A: 29290IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 553mgIron: 13mg
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