Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Carrot Cake Zucchini Muffins – Moist, Spiced & Packed with Veggies! Each muffin is a perfect harmony of sweetness from carrots and the subtle earthiness of zucchini, making them an ideal choice for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. These nutritious muffins are naturally sweetened and brimming with wholesome ingredients, ensuring a moist and satisfying bite every time. With warm spices that elevate their flavor profile, these muffins are not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy the goodness of vegetables while treating yourself to a guilt-free delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1/2 cup shredded zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or greasing it lightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix brown sugar, honey or maple syrup, eggs, applesauce, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Carefully fold in shredded carrots and zucchini along with optional nuts if desired.
- Fill muffin cups about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg