Morning Glory Muffins
Start your day on a delicious note with these Morning Glory Muffins! Bursting with the goodness of carrots, apples, and pineapple, these muffins offer a delightful balance of sweetness and earthiness. Perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon snack, they are not only nutritious but also incredibly easy to make. With their soft, moist texture and a hint of spices, every bite is a treat that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Bake a batch ahead of time, and enjoy quick breakfasts throughout the week!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200 g) packed light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- ⅔ cup (160 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups (260 g) shredded carrots (about 4 large carrots)
- 1 cup (140 g) grated Granny Smith apple with peel (about 1 large apple)
- 1 cup (8 oz can) crushed pineapple, drained
- ½ cup sweetened shredded coconut (unsweetened also works)
- ½ cup (64 g) unsalted chopped walnuts (optional)
- ½ cup (80 g) raisins
- 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, mix brown sugar and eggs until combined. Stir in vegetable oil, crushed pineapple, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
- Fold in shredded carrots, grated apple, coconut, walnuts (if using), and raisins.
- Scoop batter into muffin cups until three-quarters full and sprinkle sugar on top if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow cooling before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (85g)
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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