Moist Banana and Carrot Delight Cake
This delightful banana carrot cake, inspired by my mother-in-law's cherished recipe, is a true family favorite. It's an incredibly moist and subtly spiced dessert that combines the delightful sweetness of ripe bananas with the hearty goodness of freshly grated carrots. The lack of cream cheese frosting allows the natural flavors to shine through, and the addition of quick-cooking oats gives it a lovely texture. Perfect for any occasion, this cake will have your loved ones raving about how delicious it is—just like my husband, who fondly reminisces about it even after years. Give it a try, and you'll understand why it's so beloved!
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
sugar
1 cup (granulated)
mashed banana
1 cup (ripe and mashed)
canola oil
2/3 cup (for greasing and mixing)
eggs
2 (large eggs, at room temperature)
flour
1 1/2 cups (all-purpose flour)
salt
1 teaspoon (kosher or table salt)
baking powder
2 teaspoons (double-acting)
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (for leavening)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
clove
1/4 teaspoon (ground)
quick-cooking oats
1 cup (uncooked)
carrot
1 cup (freshly shredded)
chopped nuts
1/3 cup (optional, for topping (walnuts or pecans recommended))
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, mashed banana, and canola oil until smooth.
3
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure that the mixture is well combined.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove until well mixed.
5
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Fold in the shredded carrots and quick-cooking oats, mixing gently until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the chopped nuts on top for an added crunch.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Moist Banana and Carrot Delight Cake?
It is a moist and subtly spiced dessert that combines ripe bananas, freshly shredded carrots, and quick-cooking oats for a hearty, flavorful treat.
What inspired this recipe?
The recipe is inspired by a cherished family recipe from the creator's mother-in-law.
Does this carrot cake have cream cheese frosting?
No, this cake is served without cream cheese frosting to allow the natural flavors of the bananas and carrots to shine through.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What size baking pan is required?
This recipe is designed for a 9x9-inch baking pan.
How do I prepare the baking pan?
Grease the 9x9-inch baking pan before pouring in the batter to prevent sticking.
What kind of oil should I use?
The recipe calls for 2/3 cup of canola oil.
How many bananas are needed?
You will need 1 cup of ripe, mashed bananas.
How many eggs does the recipe require?
The recipe requires 2 large eggs, preferably at room temperature.
What types of spices provide the flavor?
The cake is spiced with ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves.
What type of flour is best for this cake?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.
What kind of oats should I use?
The recipe specifically calls for 1 cup of uncooked, quick-cooking oats to provide a lovely texture.
How should the carrots be prepared?
You should use 1 cup of freshly shredded carrots.
Are there nuts in this recipe?
The recipe includes 1/3 cup of chopped nuts as an optional topping for added crunch.
Which nuts are recommended for the topping?
Walnuts or pecans are recommended if you choose to add nuts.
How long does the cake need to bake?
Bake the cake for approximately 40 minutes.
How can I tell if the cake is done?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What is the proper way to mix the wet and dry ingredients?
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
How should I add the carrots and oats to the batter?
Fold the shredded carrots and quick-cooking oats into the batter gently until they are evenly distributed.
What is the first step in making the batter?
Start by combining the sugar, mashed banana, and canola oil in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
Should the eggs be added all at once?
No, add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
How should the cake be cooled?
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Does the recipe use baking powder or baking soda?
Both; it uses 2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an 'easy baking' recipe suitable for various occasions.
What kind of salt is used?
You can use either 1 teaspoon of kosher or table salt.
Can this cake be considered a healthy dessert?
While it is a dessert, it is tagged as 'healthy dessert' due to the inclusion of bananas, carrots, and oats.
What sugar is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of granulated sugar.
What is the texture of the cake?
The cake is incredibly moist with a lovely texture provided by the quick-cooking oats.
Is the cinnamon ground or whole?
The recipe specifies 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
When should I sprinkle the nuts on the cake?
Sprinkle the chopped nuts on top of the batter once it has been poured into the baking pan, before putting it in the oven.