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Morning Glory Muffins: A Perfect Breakfast Treat

Morning Glory Muffins
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Healthy breakfast muffins, Nutritious muffin recipe, Easy morning muffins, Whole wheat muffins, Carrot apple muffins

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole wheat flour: Adds a hearty texture and boosts the nutritional value.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder & 1 teaspoon baking soda: These leavening agents ensure your muffins are fluffy and light.
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon: Gives a warm, spicy note.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt: Enhances the overall flavor profile.
  • ½ cup vegetable oil: Keeps the muffins moist.
  • ¼ cup unsweetened apple sauce: Adds natural sweetness and moisture.
  • ⅔ cup maple syrup: A healthier sweetener that adds a unique flavor.
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature: Binds the ingredients together and adds structure.
  • Orange zest, from 1 orange: Infuses a citrusy aroma and taste.
  • ¼ cup orange juice: Adds moisture and a slight tangy flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 2 cups carrots, grated (about 2 carrots): Adds natural sweetness and texture.
  • 1 cup green apple, grated (about 1 apple): Provides tartness and moisture.
  • ⅔ cup walnuts, chopped: Adds a nutty crunch (optional for those with allergies).
  • ⅔ cup raisins: Brings in a burst of sweetness.

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F. Line your muffin pans with cupcake liners.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a larger bowl, mix the vegetable oil, apple sauce, maple syrup, eggs, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Merge Dry with Wet: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Add Fruits and Nuts: Fold in the grated carrots, grated apple, raisins, and chopped walnuts, ensuring an even distribution.
  6. Fill and Bake: Use a scoop to evenly distribute the batter into the muffin liners. Fill them to the top.
  7. Baking Time: Bake the muffins for 20-25 minutes. They’re done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cooling: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5-7 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • If you decide to bake these muffins without cupcake liners, make sure you grease the pan well enough, so they don’t stick to the bottom.
  • I prefer to line the bottom of the container with a paper towel, set the muffins on top, add another paper towel over them, and then secure it with the lid. This method is effective because muffins tend to release moisture when stored, and the paper towels are great for absorbing any excess moisture.

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