These morning glory muffins are packed with carrots, apples, raisins, and walnuts. Moist and flavorful, they’re a delicious healthy breakfast or snack!
Morning Glory Muffins Recipe
Why You’ll Love These Morning Glory Muffins
- Easy to make: No mixer required! These muffins can be mixed by hand.
- Healthy: Made with whole wheat flour and packed with carrots and apples.
- Freezes well: Perfect for grab-and-go breakfasts throughout the week.
- Moist and spiced: Taste just like your favorite carrot cake.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour and whole wheat flour | 1½ cups |
| Baking powder | 2 tsp |
| Baking soda | 1 tsp |
| Brown sugar | 1 cup |
| Vegetable oil or alternative neutral oil | ½ cup |
| Applesauce | ½ cup |
| Grated carrots | 3 cups |
| Grated apple | 1 cup |
| Raisins | ¾ cup |
| Walnuts | ½ cup |
| Cinnamon | 1 tsp |
| Ginger | ½ tsp |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Sea salt | ½ tsp |
Find the complete recipe with measurements below.
Recipe Variations
- Use another dried fruit: Swap raisins for dried cranberries or chopped dates.
- Change the nuts: Substitute walnuts with chopped pecans or sunflower seeds.
- Add pineapple: Replace applesauce with canned crushed pineapple.
- Try different spices: Incorporate nutmeg or cardamom in place of ginger.
Let me know what variations you try!
How to Make Morning Glory Muffins
Here’s a quick overview of the preparation process:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flours, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, brown sugar, applesauce, oil, and vanilla. Incorporate the carrots and apples.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined to avoid dense muffins.
- Fold in raisins and walnuts.
- Divide the batter into the muffin tin, about ½ cup for each muffin.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until tops spring back and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
How to Store and Freeze
Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. They also freeze well for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen muffins at room temperature or microwave for 20–30 seconds.
Conclusion
These morning glory muffins are a nutritious and delightful option for breakfast or a snack. With their wholesome ingredients and moist texture, they provide energy and satisfaction. Enjoy them fresh or freeze for convenient treats throughout the week!
FAQ
- Can I substitute the all-purpose flour?
- Yes, you can use gluten-free flour blends for a gluten-free option.
- How can I make these muffins sweeter?
- You can increase the amount of brown sugar or add additional fruits like bananas.
- Can I use other nuts?
- Absolutely! You can use any nuts you prefer or even leave them out entirely for a nut-free version.