Best 6 Carrot And Raisin Loaf Recipes

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Discover the delightful flavors of carrot and raisin loaf, a classic treat that combines the sweetness of carrots with the tangy burst of raisins. This moist and flavorful bread is not only delicious but also packed with wholesome ingredients, making it a great snack or breakfast option. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, our guide will help you find the perfect recipe to create a carrot and raisin loaf that will tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the world of carrot and raisin loaf recipes, from classic favorites to innovative twists that will make this timeless recipe even more extraordinary.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CARROT RAISIN QUICK BREAD



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Another gem I found through Cooking Light magazine. This gives a very moist and packed with flavor quick bread that is lower in calories than a cake. I like to add chopped walnuts or pecans to the bread but the original recipe does not call for them so I left it as written. It is also fun to add about a 1/2 cup of shredded unsweetened coconut for a fun twist.

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h16m

Yield 1 loaf, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup carrot, coarsely shredded
2/3 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup golden raisin
1/2 cup low-fat milk
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Coat an 8-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder and salt together.
  • In a small bowl, combine carrots, brown sugar, raisins, milk, melted butter and beaten egg together.
  • Add the carrot mixture to the flour mixture, stirring just until mixture is moist (over mixing will produce a dry/dense bread).
  • Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes or until a pick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.2, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 23.6, Sodium 208.5, Carbohydrate 32.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 16.6, Protein 3.1

CARROT RAISIN BREAD



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"Grated carrot adds color and interest to this wheat bread that's good when spread with butter and served with a hearty soup," writes Dolores Tommer of Frankfort, Kansas. "Raisins and nuts give extra flavor and texture."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h10m

Yield 1 loaf (2 pounds).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup water (70° to 80°)
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup grated carrot
2 tablespoons nonfat dry milk powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup bread flour
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In bread machine pan, place the first nine ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed). Just before final kneading (you machine may audibly signal this), add walnuts and raisins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 244mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CARROT RAISIN BREAD OR ROLLS



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Rich tasting slightly sweet bread that's great for toast or rolls.

Provided by dschecht

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 4h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups milk
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 ½ tablespoons shortening
2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
½ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
1 egg
2 cups shredded carrots
1 cup raisins
7 ½ cups bread flour, divided
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Warm the milk in a small saucepan until it bubbles, then remove from heat. Mix in the sugar, salt and shortening; stir until melted. Let cool until lukewarm. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the cooled milk mixture and egg; stir well to combine. In a separate bowl, combine carrots, raisins, 2 cups flour, cinnamon, allspice and cloves. Mix together with your fingers until carrots and raisins are coated and separated.
  • Stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 1/2 hour.
  • Deflate dough and allow to rise again until nearly doubled, about 30 minutes.
  • Deflate the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into two equal pieces and form into loaves. (At this point, you may divide the dough into 12 pieces and form into rolls if you wish.) Place the loaves into two lightly greased 9x5 inch loaf pans. Cover the loaves with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Bake in preheated oven until crust is golden and loaf sounds hollow when tapped.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 9.4 mg, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 308.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

MOIST CARROT AND RAISIN WALNUT LOAF



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Make and share this Moist Carrot and Raisin Walnut Loaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Doreen Randal

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

125 g butter
3/4 cup caster sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons golden syrup
2 eggs, divided
2 cups carrots, grated
1 cup raisins, chopped
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1 1/2 cups self raising flour
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Grease a loaf tin and line the base.
  • Cream butter, sugar and vanilla.
  • Beat in golden syrup.
  • Add eggs one at a time; beat until well combined.
  • Stir in carrot, raisins and walnuts.
  • (Don't worry if the mixture looks curdled; it will come out right when the flour is added.)
  • Stir in sifted dry ingredients; stir until combined.
  • Pour mixture into prepared pan.
  • Bake in moderate oven about 1-1/4 hours.
  • Let stand about 5 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.2, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 53.3, Sodium 104.8, Carbohydrate 40.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 22, Protein 4.8

RAISIN LOAF



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This loaf is light in color and comes from New Zealand.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup margarine
¾ cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup golden raisins
½ cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.
  • Place butter, sugar, and 1 egg in large bowl. Beat well. Beat in second egg. Stir in milk and vanilla.
  • In another bowl measure in flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in raisins. Pour all at once into batter. Stir to moisten only. Spoon into greased loaf pan.
  • Bake in 350 degree F (175 degree C) oven for 1 hour or until it tests done. Cool 10 minutes. Turn out of pan. Cool on rack. Wrap to store. Allow to ripen a day or two to improve flavor. Serve buttered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.3 g, Cholesterol 32.6 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 243.8 mg, Sugar 20.8 g

CARROT AND PINEAPPLE BREAD



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If you like carrot cake, you'll surely enjoy the taste of this lovely loaf shared by Sue Yount of McBain, Michigan. Each moist slice is chock-full of shredded carrot, crushed pineapple and crunchy chopped walnuts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 eggs
2 cups sugar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup finely shredded carrot
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients. In a bowl, beat the eggs, sugar and oil; add carrot, pineapple and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in walnuts. Pour into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans., Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right carrots: Use fresh, crisp carrots for the best flavor and texture. Avoid carrots that are limp or have blemishes.
  • Grate the carrots finely: This will help them blend into the batter and distribute their flavor evenly.
  • Use a combination of flours: All-purpose flour and whole wheat flour create a loaf that is both light and fluffy, with a slightly nutty flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the loaf tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use fresh raisins: Fresh raisins will give the loaf a plump, juicy texture and a sweet, tangy flavor.
  • Add a glaze before baking: A glaze made with butter, sugar, and milk helps to give the loaf a golden brown crust.
  • Let the loaf cool completely before slicing: This will help to prevent it from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Carrot and raisin loaf is a classic quick bread that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. It is moist, flavorful, and has a slightly sweet and tangy flavor. This loaf is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It can also be served as a dessert with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, carrot and raisin loaf is a recipe that everyone should have in their repertoire.

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