How to Make Carrot Spice Muffins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Carrot spice muffins are a delightful and wholesome treat that can be enjoyed any time of the day. Whether you're looking for a grab-and-go breakfast option, a satisfying snack, or a sweet ending to your meal, these muffins are sure to hit the spot. The combination of sweet carrots, warm spices, and a tender crumb make these muffins absolutely irresistible. Plus, they're a great way to sneak some veggies into your diet!

These muffins are also incredibly easy to make, requiring just a ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups wheat bran
  • ¼ cup wheat germ
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1 ¼ cups grated carrots
  • ½ cup chopped and toasted walnuts (Optional)
  • ½ cup chopped raisins (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 36 muffins

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease 36 muffin cups, or use paper liners.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, bran, wheat germ, brown sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Make a well in the center. In a small bowl, mix together eggs, molasses, vegetable oil, milk, and grated carrots. Pour into well, and mix just until moistened. Stir in walnuts and raisins. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until tops spring back when lightly tapped.
  • Nutrition

    87 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 30mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 135mg