Are you tired of boring, bland breakfast options? Get ready to transform your morning routine with these incredibly moist, irresistibly delicious Carrot Apple Raisin Muffins that pack a nutritious punch and will have your entire family begging for more! These golden, fluffy muffins are like a hidden treasure of flavor, combining the natural sweetness of carrots and apples with the delightful chewiness of raisins – creating a breakfast treat that's both wholesome and indulgent.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup grated apple
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, grated apple, and raisins. Stir them together until well mixed.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Make sure there are no lumps in the dry ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, beat the two large eggs until they are well blended. Then add the vegetable oil to the eggs and mix until combined.
- Pour the wet mixture (eggs and oil) into the bowl with the grated carrots, apple, and raisins. Stir until everything is evenly combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, evenly distribute the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious Carrot Apple Raisin Muffins warm or at room temperature! They can be stored in an airtight container for a few days or frozen for longer storage.
Tips
- Always use fresh ingredients, especially your baking powder and baking soda, to ensure maximum rise and fluffiness.
- When grating carrots and apples, pat them dry with a paper towel to prevent excess moisture that could make your muffins soggy.
- Do not overmix the batter! Stir just until ingredients are combined to keep your muffins tender and light.
- For extra richness, consider adding a handful of chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for additional texture.
- To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin – it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Let muffins cool slightly in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to prevent them from becoming soggy on the bottom.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 30mg
