150 g cream cheese
1 teaspoon powdered sweetener (optional)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chopped nuts for decoration
Directions:
Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 180°C (360°F) and grease or line a 20×10 cm (8×4 inch) loaf pan.
Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk almond flour, oat flour, salt, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda together.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mash the bananas and whisk in the eggs, vanilla extract, Greek yogurt, and melted coconut oil.
Add Carrot and Walnuts: Gently fold the grated carrot and chopped walnuts into the wet ingredients.
Combine: Gradually fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
Cool: Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare Frosting (Optional): Beat the cream cheese, powdered sweetener, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread or pipe the frosting on the cooled loaf and sprinkle with chopped nuts.
Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy slices with a cup of tea or coffee for a light breakfast or snack.
Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a side of fresh fruit for a balanced dessert.
Pair with a drizzle of honey for an extra touch of sweetness.
Toast leftover slices and spread them with almond or peanut butter for a protein-rich snack.
Cooking Tips:
Make sure your bananas are ripe for natural sweetness and moisture.
Allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes before baking for a fluffier loaf.
Use finely grated carrots to ensure even distribution and a smooth texture.
For a gluten-free version, ensure the oat flour is certified gluten-free.
Nutritional Benefits:
Bananas provide natural sweetness and are high in potassium.
Carrots add fiber, beta-carotene, and a natural sweetness.
Walnuts offer heart-healthy fats and a good source of protein.
Almond flour adds healthy fats and increases the loaf’s protein content.
Dietary Information:
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (if using certified gluten-free oat flour)
Refined Sugar-Free
Can be made dairy-free by using a dairy-free yogurt alternative
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