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Healthy Oatmeal Carrot Muffins

Moist and Flavorful Healthy Oatmeal Carrot Muffins Recipe

Enjoy these Healthy Oatmeal Carrot Muffins, a nutritious treat packed with carrots and oats, perfect for any time of day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups Grated Carrots Can substitute with shredded zucchini
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Applesauce Mashed bananas are a great alternative
  • 2 large Eggs Use 2 flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1/3 cup Olive Oil Melted coconut oil is a suitable substitute
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional to omit
  • 1/3 cup Light Brown Sugar Can replace with coconut sugar or reduce
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust for low-sodium diets
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour May substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Steel-cut oats can be used with adjusted cooking times
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Optional; sunflower seeds can substitute

Equipment

  • Oven
  • muffin tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or greasing it lightly with oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, unsweetened applesauce, eggs, oil, vanilla extract, and light brown sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Sprinkle in the baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix thoroughly until evenly distributed.
  4. Gently fold in the whole wheat flour and rolled oats until no dry flour remains.
  5. Fold in the chopped walnuts if using.
  6. Divide the muffin batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
  7. Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, consider adding chocolate chips, dried fruits, or different nuts. Store leftovers in an airtight container or freeze for later enjoyment.

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