Carrot Walnut Bread
For a twist on traditional banana walnut bread, this autumnal quick bread uses both orange and purple carrots for a little extra flair. Only have orange carrots on hand? No need to worry, it'll still be delicious! Add a pinch of allspice or ginger for an extra kick.
Level
IntermediatePrep Time
20 minutesCook Time
55 minutesServes
8-12Cook it With Our
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups coconut sugar
- 1 cup olive oil, plus more for greasing
- 1 cup orange carrots, shredded
- 1 cup purple carrots, shredded
- 1 cup walnuts, roasted, chopped
- ½ cup golden raisins
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until fully incorporated.
- Combine eggs, coconut sugar, and oil in a separate bowl. Mix in carrots, walnuts, and golden raisins. Mix into the flour mixture until incorporated. Transfer to a greased, fluted cake pan and bake until done all the way through, 55-65 minutes.
- Allow the cake to cool for 15 minutes, flip onto a wire rack and let cool completely. Slice and serve.
Contributed By:
The Culinistas & Lodge Cast Iron
Recipe courtesy of our friends The Culinistas. The Culinistas provide in-home private chef services for weekly cooking and special occasions. They develop recipes and work with a selective group of chefs to make vibrant, balanced meals for the entire household. Their services fulfill culinary needs for weekday lunches, dinners & snacks as well as occasions of any kind.
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