Carrot Raisin Muffins

These delightful Carrot Raisin Muffins are moist and flavorful, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. Packed with wholesome ingredients, they offer a sweet and satisfying treat without any dairy.

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
• brown sugar - 50 grams
• maple syrup - 2 tablespoons
• applesauce - 60 grams
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• carrots, grated - 100 grams
• raisins - 30 grams
• walnuts, chopped (optional) - 20 grams

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
5. Fold in the grated carrots, raisins, and walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into 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: 210
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 37 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 180 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in beta-carotene from carrots, promoting eye health.
• Contains fiber from whole ingredients, aiding digestion.

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