Description
These moist and spiced Carrot Cake Muffins are the perfect blend of comfort and flavor. Packed with grated carrots, warm spices, and optional nuts or raisins, they’re easy to prepare and great for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. A true classic with a cozy twist, made for any season or occasion.
Ingredients
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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½ tsp ground nutmeg
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½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
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2 large eggs
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2 cups grated carrots
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup chopped walnuts or raisins (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
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In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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In a separate bowl, beat butter and eggs until fluffy. Add grated carrots and vanilla, and mix well.
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Gradually fold in the dry ingredients. Stir just until combined. Add optional mix-ins.
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Fill muffin cups 2/3 full and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Let cool on a wire rack before serving or frosting.
Notes
Use freshly grated carrots for the best texture. Swap butter for oil or applesauce for a lighter version. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg