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Freshly baked Carrot Muffins in a baking dish with visible carrot and nuts.

Fluffy Carrot Muffins

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Soft, spiced carrot muffins bursting with raisins and pecans, perfect for a cozy breakfast or snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour lightly spooned and leveled
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder for lift
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda to help rise
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon warm spice
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger freshly ground recommended
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg optional but aromatic
  • ½ teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar can substitute brown sugar
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil or melted butter for richness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure for best flavor
  • 2½ cups freshly grated carrot firm not pre-shredded
  • ½ cup raisins optional adds sweetness
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans toasted for extra flavor

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and homogenous.
  4. Gently fold the grated carrots, raisins, and chopped pecans into the wet mixture.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold just until combined; small lumps are fine.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups using a cookie or ice cream scoop.
  7. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5–10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 70gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 205mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 3890IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These muffins are a cozy, morning treat that feel indulgent yet wholesome. Enjoy the warm spices and crunchy pecans with a cup of tea or coffee.

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