Description
These muffins combine the warmth of cinnamon and sweet carrots for a comforting treat that’s perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: cream cheese frosting for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
- Combine the grated carrots, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in another bowl.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool and enjoy plain or with cream cheese frosting.
Notes
For extra texture, feel free to add chopped nuts or raisins. Store in an airtight container for up to two days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: carrot muffins, healthy muffins, easy baking, comfort food, family recipe