Carrot Muffins are a wholesome and delicious treat that combine the natural sweetness of carrots with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. These moist, tender muffins are packed with shredded carrots and can be made even more nutritious with the addition of nuts or raisins. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert, carrot muffins are a delightful way to sneak in some extra veggies while enjoying a tasty homemade treat. Pair them with a cup of coffee or tea for a comforting and satisfying bite.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk or buttermilk
- 1 1/2 cups grated carrots (about 2-3 medium carrots)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined. Stir in the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
- Add the Carrots: Gently fold the grated carrots into the wet mixture. If using walnuts or raisins, stir them in at this point.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your moist and flavorful Carrot Muffins as a healthy, delicious snack or breakfast treat!
