Apple and Carrot Muffins with Cinnamon and Oats
These apple and carrot muffins are fluffy, lightly sweetened, and wholesome. The fresh flavor and tender texture of grated apple and carrot make them the perfect muffin for an easy breakfast or a hearty snack.
Servings: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup quick oats
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated carrot
- 1 cup grated apple
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare your muffin tins by greasing or adding paper muffin cups.
- In a large bowl, add all-purpose flour, quick oats, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon. Stir until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk oil, milk, sugar, and eggs until smooth.
- Using a box grater or food processor, shred the carrots and the apple, then add them to the dry ingredients. Mix well.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry, stirring just until combined. Distribute the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tins. A measuring cup or muffin scoop is helpful for this.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 - 22 minutes until set and golden brown. A tester inserted in the center of the muffin should come out clean. Let cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then place on a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
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- Add up to 1/2 cup each of raisins or coconut for a muffin reminiscent of carrot cake. Or opt for chopped nuts, golden raisins, dried cranberries, or another dried fruit.
- Don't overmix the batter. Stirring everything only until combined produces more tender muffins.
- Make a double batch to freeze some for later! These muffins freeze well and are great to have on hand.
- Serve them straight out of the muffin liner, or slice them in half and spread with butter. A drizzle of pure maple syrup is heavenly, too!
Nutrition
Serving: 1muffin | Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 195mg | Potassium: 94mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 1837IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg