Carrot Cake Muffins

These delicious Carrot Cake Muffins are a perfect blend of sweet and spice, offering a delightful way to start your day. Packed with wholesome ingredients, they provide a comforting taste of classic carrot cake in a convenient muffin form.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 120 grams
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
• ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• ground nutmeg - 1/4 teaspoon
• salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• granulated sugar - 50 grams
• brown sugar - 30 grams
• eggs - 1 large
• vegetable oil - 60 milliliters
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• grated carrots - 150 grams
• walnuts - 30 grams, chopped (optional)
• raisins - 30 grams (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
5. Fold in the grated carrots, walnuts, and raisins if using.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in beta-carotene from carrots, which is beneficial for eye health.
• Contains fiber that aids in digestion and helps maintain a healthy gut.

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