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Carrot Cake Muffins

Delicious and moist carrot cake muffins perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 220 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, mix together oil, sugar, and eggs until well combined. Stir in grated carrots and vanilla extract.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 3000IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1.2mg

Keywords

Carrot Cake, Muffins
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