Carrot Muffins – No Added Sugar – So Much Veggie Content
Delightful and nutritious carrot muffins sweetened naturally with applesauce, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts or raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups.
- Mix the grated carrots, flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl until well combined.
- Combine the applesauce, milk, and honey (if using) in another bowl and whisk until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
- Fold in any optional chopped nuts or raisins if desired.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Avoid overmixing the batter for light and fluffy muffins. Adjust sweetness as needed based on preference.