How to Make Spiced Zucchini Carrot Muffins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spiced zucchini carrot muffins are a delightful and nutritious treat that are a perfect way to start your day or satisfy your afternoon cravings. Packed with the goodness of fresh zucchini and carrots, these muffins are a delicious and healthy option for those looking to incorporate more vegetables into their diet.

What makes these muffins so special is the combination of warm spices that are added to the batter. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger bring a comforting and aromatic flavor to th...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup raisins (Optional)
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 21
  • Yield: 21 muffins

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 21 muffin cups or line with paper liners.
  • Beat butter, sugar, and eggs in a large bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Beat in zucchini, carrots, and vanilla.
  • Combine flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and baking powder in a separate bowl. Add flour mixture to butter mixture; mix until combined. Stir in raisins and walnuts. Pour batter into the prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 17 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    227 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 50mg
    • Sodium: 254mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 23mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 121mg