Carrot Raisin Muffins
Start your day with the comforting warmth of Carrot Raisin Muffins—a delightful combination of sweet, earthy, and slightly spiced flavors. Packed with finely shredded carrots, plump raisins, and optional crunchy nuts, these moist muffins are as nutritious as they are delicious. A hint of cinnamon and nutmeg elevates the aroma, while yogurt ensures every bite is rich and tender. Quick and easy to make in just 35 minutes, they're perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a grab-and-go treat. Enjoy them fresh from the oven, or store and reheat for a wholesome indulgence any time of the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cups Plain yogurt (or sour cream)
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Carrots, finely shredded
- 0.75 cups Raisins
- 0.5 cups Walnuts or pecans, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, yogurt, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
Gently fold in the shredded carrots, raisins, and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3739 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.3 g | 208% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.1 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 387 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 3285 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 547.8 g | 199% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.1 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 307.2 g | ||
| Protein | 59.6 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 593 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 3416 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
