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Carrot Cake Muffins

Delicious Carrot Cake Muffins That Are Dairy-Free and Easy

These Carrot Cake Muffins are dairy-free and filled with warm spices, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with whole wheat flour for more fiber.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Check freshness for proper rise.
  • 1 te teaspoon Baking Soda Works for soft and fluffy muffins.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Provides the cozy flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon All Spice Enhances the flavor profile.
  • 2 cups Grated Carrots Freshly grated works best.
  • 1 cup Chopped Walnuts Can swap for pecans or leave out.
  • 1 cup Raisins Natural sweetness; can substitute with dried cranberries.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar White sugar is a lighter alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil is a great substitute.
  • 2 large Eggs For a vegan option, use flax eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Highly recommended for enriched taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • muffin tin
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven
  • Paper liners

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and all spice in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In another bowl, combine the grated carrots, walnuts, raisins, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool the muffins in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins are perfect for breakfast or as a snack, offering delicious carrot cake flavor without dairy.

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