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Healthy Carrot Muffins: Moist & Naturally Sweetened Goodness

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A close-up 3:4 shot of a single Healthy Carrot Muffin, broken open slightly to reveal its moist, tender interior packed with grated carrots. It rests on a minimalist white plate on the wooden cutting board. Natural morning light highlights the texture, with soft shadows and warm tones, and hints of fresh herbs in a ceramic bowl in the background. No hands.

Healthy Carrot Muffins

Oh, that sweet, spicy aroma of freshly baked muffins filling the kitchen – it’s pure morning joy, isn’t it? For years, the phrase “healthy muffins” used to send a shiver down my spine, conjuring memories of dry, flavorless hockey pucks that completely missed the mark on taste and texture. But prepare to have your expectations utterly transformed, because this recipe changed everything for me!

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This isn’t just another healthy alternative; our Healthy Carrot Muffins (Moist & Naturally Sweetened) are a testament to how incredibly moist, tender, and bursting with natural sweetness a muffin can truly be. We’ve perfected the balance, ensuring every bite is so delicious you’ll completely forget it’s actually good for you – much like our equally delightful Healthy Apple Cinnamon Muffins. For more inspiration on wholesome baking, you might also enjoy exploring other perspectives on healthy carrot muffins.

These have become a beloved staple in our home, a consistent little ray of sunshine that transforms skepticism into pure baking bliss, proving wholesome can be truly scrumptious. Get ready to fall in love with a muffin that truly tastes as good as it feels to enjoy something so wonderfully nourishing!

Healthy Carrot Muffins: Moist & Naturally Sweetened Goodness
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Healthy Carrot Muffins: Moist & Naturally Sweetened Goodness

Recipe by MayaCourse: BreakfastCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

These Healthy Carrot Muffins are incredibly moist, naturally sweetened with maple syrup and applesauce, and spiced just right. Perfect for a wholesome breakfast or a guilt-free snack!

Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups (210g) whole wheat pastry flour (or all-purpose flour)

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 ½ cups grated carrots (about 2-3 medium carrots)

  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce

  • ⅓ cup maple syrup

  • ¼ cup melted coconut oil (or unsalted butter)

  • 1 large egg, room temperature

  • ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk)

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well combined.
  • In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the grated carrots, applesauce, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, egg, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  • Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans, if using.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  • Let the muffins cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

    • Grate with Care: For the moistest muffins, use the fine side of your box grater for the carrots. Smaller pieces melt into the batter more seamlessly, releasing more moisture and ensuring every bite is soft and tender, not chunky. It’s a small step that makes a big difference!
    • Spice Harmony: Don’t skimp on the spices! The cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger are what give these healthy carrot muffins their irresistible ‘carrot cake’ vibe. If you only have cinnamon, that’s fine, but the blend truly elevates the flavor, making them feel like an indulgent treat.
    • Overmixing No-No: The key to tender muffins, especially with whole wheat flour, is not to overmix the batter. Mix just until the wet and dry ingredients are combined. Overmixing develops the gluten too much, leading to tough, dense muffins. Embrace the lumps!

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