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Healthy Carrot Cake Muffins Sweet Treats Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 150
Enjoy these wholesome carrot cake muffins that combine natural sweetness, hearty oats, and warm spices for a delicious and nutritious treat.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups Whole Wheat Flour (Adds a nutty depth and wholesome fiber.)
  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats (Gives a hearty texture.)
  • 1.5 cups Grated Carrots (Natural sweetness and moisture.)
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ginger (Pinch.)

Wet Ingredients

  • 0.75 cups Greek Yogurt (Keeps muffins moist.)
  • 0.75 cups Applesauce (Keeps muffins moist.)
  • 0.75 cups Pure Maple Syrup (Natural sweetener.)
  • 2 eggs Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin.
  • Whisk wet ingredients: yogurt, applesauce, maple syrup, eggs, vanilla.
  • Mix in grated carrots.
  • Add dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
  • Divide batter into muffin cups and bake 18-22 minutes.
  • Cool in pan 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

Notes

For best results, do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: carrot, Healthy, muffins