Description
Carrot Cake Muffins are a delightful and nutritious treat that brings together the sweetness of carrots and applesauce in a convenient, easy-to-make form. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even light desserts, these muffins are not only delicious but also packed with wholesome ingredients. With their moist texture and rich flavors from warm spices, they appeal to both kids and adults alike. Plus, they’re freezer-friendly, making them an excellent option for quick snacks on busy days. Treat your family to these scrumptious muffins that make healthy eating enjoyable!
Ingredients
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- 2 eggs
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup pure maple syrup (or honey)
- ¼ cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups white whole wheat flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 ½ cups grated carrot
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare muffin tins with nonstick spray or liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, applesauce, and maple syrup until smooth. Stir in melted butter.
- Add baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gently fold in white whole wheat flour, oats, and grated carrot until just combined.
- Divide the batter among muffin cups; fill nearly to the top. Bake for about 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg