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Soft & Moist Carrot Muffins Recipe: Nutritious & Filling Breakfast


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  • Author: Evelyn Marcella Rivera
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 Muffins 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Is there anything more comforting than the smell of warm spices wafting through the kitchen on a slow morning? Unlike the dry, crumbly bran muffins of the past, these bakery-style gems are tender, flavorful, and secretly packed with fruit and veggies. By combining fresh carrots and sweet apples, we create a natural moisture that keeps the crumb tender for days. Whether you are trying to sneak more vitamins into a picky eater’s diet or simply prepping grab-and-go breakfasts for a busy week, these muffins are the answer.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 tsp Baking Powder
  • 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 3 Large Eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups Shredded Carrot (freshly grated)
  • 1 medium Apple, peeled and shredded
  • 1/2 cup Raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick spray or line with parchment muffin liners.
  2. Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. This aerates the flour and ensures spices are evenly distributed.
  3. Emulsify Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat vigorously until smooth, slightly thickened, and glossy.
  4. Combine: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula just until the flour streaks disappear. Do not overmix!
  5. Fold in Produce: Gently fold in the shredded carrots, shredded apple, and raisins. Use a lifting motion to distribute evenly without deflating the batter.
  6. Bake: Divide batter evenly into the muffin tins. Bake in the center of the oven for 25 to 29 minutes.
  7. Cool: The muffins are done when the tops are deep golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • The Apple Secret: The addition of grated apple provides natural pectin and sweetness, which is the secret weapon for keeping the muffins moist.
  • Don’t Overmix: Stop stirring as soon as the ingredients are combined. Overworking the batter develops gluten, which turns soft muffins into tough, rubbery pucks.
  • Oven Temp: The initial heat of 375°F is crucial for activating the baking powder and achieving a high-domed muffin top.
  • Fresh Carrots: Use freshly grated carrots rather than pre-shredded bagged ones for the best moisture content.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 29 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Muffin, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 18 g
  • Sodium: 19 g
  • Fat: 19 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg