Carrot Raisin Nut Muffins

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Start your day with a wholesome bite of these Carrot Raisin Nut Muffins, a deliciously moist treat bursting with natural sweetness and warm spices. Packed with shredded carrots, plump raisins, and crunchy walnuts or pecans, these muffins are a perfect balance of texture and flavor. The blend of cinnamon and nutmeg gives them a comforting aroma, while a combination of granulated and brown sugar adds just the right touch of sweetness. Easy to prepare in under 45 minutes, these golden-brown muffins are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a midday snack. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a satisfying treat that’s as nutritious as it is delightful. Perfect for the whole family, they’re a great make-ahead option for busy mornings! Search-friendly and irresistible, this recipe will become a favorite in your kitchen repertoire.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 40 min
• Servings: 12 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1.5 cups Carrots, shredded
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the muffin cups lightly.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.

3. In a separate medium-sized bowl, beat the eggs and then mix in the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined (do not overmix).

5. Fold in the shredded carrots, raisins, and chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

6. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each cup about three-quarters full.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the tops of the muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

8. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your Carrot Raisin Nut Muffins!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (90.7g)

Calories		295
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		13.2 g	17%
	Saturated Fat	2.1 g	10%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	5.6 g
Cholesterol		32 mg	11%
Sodium		198 mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate		41.4 g	15%
	Dietary Fiber	1.7 g	6%
	Total Sugars	23.2 g
Protein		4.6 g	9%
Vitamin D		0.3 mcg	1%
Calcium		40 mg	3%
Iron		1.4 mg	8%
Potassium		177 mg	4%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1424 cal (39.2%%)

Protein: 221 cal (6.1%%)

Carbs: 1985 cal (54.7%%)