Indian Carrot Bread

Dive into the exquisite flavors of Indian Carrot Bread, a delightful twist on classic carrot bread infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger. Perfectly moist and tender, this quick bread combines the natural sweetness of shredded carrots with a touch of tangy yogurt for a rich, balanced flavor. Optional additions like chopped walnuts, pecans, or raisins add texture and bursts of sweetness, making this recipe wonderfully versatile. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make bread is ideal for breakfast, tea-time, or as a satisfying snack. Elevate your baking game with this warmly spiced, crowd-pleasing treat that beautifully blends sweetness and spice!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cardamom
• 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 whole eggs
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• 0.5 cups plain yogurt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups shredded carrots
• 0.5 cups chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 0.5 cups raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, ground ginger, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In another large bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add the granulated sugar and light brown sugar, and whisk until well combined.

Step 4

Slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil while whisking to ensure it is fully incorporated.

Step 5

Mix in the yogurt and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the shredded carrots. If desired, add chopped walnuts or pecans and raisins at this stage.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1104.9 grams (1104.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3491

Total Fat 158.80g	204%
Saturated Fat 23.90g	119%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.30g
Cholesterol 379mg	126%
Sodium 2288mg	99%
Total Carbohydrate 488.20g	178%
Dietary Fiber 21.30g	76%
Total Sugars 269.20g
Protein 58.60g	117%

Vitamin D 141IU	704%
Calcium 538mg	41%
Iron 19mg	105%
Potassium 2062mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.5%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 54.0%