Description
Wholesome Carrot & Nut Muffins blend earthy sweetness with nutty crunch, creating a delightful breakfast or snack. Packed with wholesome ingredients and simple charm, these muffins will become your go-to comfort treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Whole Wheat and Nut Flours:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup almond flour
Main Moisture and Binding Ingredients:
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 2 large eggs
- 0.67 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup avocado oil or neutral oil
Spices, Sweeteners, and Extras:
- 0.5 cup cane sugar
- 1 tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.25 cup whole rolled oats, for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400°F (204°C) and lightly coat a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- In a medium mixing bowl, thoroughly whisk together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and salt until evenly distributed.
- In a separate larger bowl, vigorously blend almond milk, vegetable oil, large eggs, granulated sugar, and pure vanilla extract until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Grate fresh carrots and fold them directly into the liquid mixture, ensuring even distribution of vegetables throughout the batter.
- Slowly pour the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a wooden spoon until just combined; avoid overmixing to maintain a tender muffin texture.
- Carefully integrate chopped walnuts and plump raisins into the batter, distributing them evenly with minimal stirring.
- Using a measuring tool, portion the batter equally into each muffin cup, filling approximately 2/3 to 3/4 full.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, checking doneness by lightly pressing the muffin top – it should spring back when touched.
- Remove from oven and allow muffins to rest in the tin for 12 minutes, then transfer to a wire cooling rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Elevate your breakfast or snack time with these nutrient-packed muffins bursting with wholesome ingredients.
- Grated carrots provide natural sweetness and moisture, creating a tender crumb that melts in your mouth.
- Walnuts contribute a delightful crunch and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, making these muffins both delicious and nutritious.
- Warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg weave a cozy, aromatic background that transforms ordinary muffins into something extraordinary.
- Easily customizable by swapping mix-ins or adjusting spice levels to suit personal taste preferences and dietary needs.
- Perfect for meal prep, these muffins store beautifully in an airtight container for up to 5 days, ensuring a quick grab-and-go option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg