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Morning Glory Muffins Recipe

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Delight in these wholesome Morning Glory Muffins, packed with nutritious ingredients like grated zucchini, carrot, apple, raisins, coconut, and pecans. These moist and flavorful muffins are naturally sweetened and enhanced with warm cinnamon, making them a perfect energizing breakfast or snack option.

  • Total Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 regular-sized muffins

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Fruits and Vegetables

  • 1 cup grated zucchini
  • 1 cup grated carrot
  • 1 granny smith apple (peeled and grated)
  • 3/4 cup raisins (optional)

Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup applesauce
  • 1/2 cup oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tins: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line muffin tins with paper liners or lightly spray each muffin cup with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. This creates the base for your muffin batter.
  3. Add Grated Produce and Mix-ins: Stir in the grated zucchini, grated carrot, grated apple, raisins (if using), shredded coconut, and chopped pecans into the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined to distribute evenly.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, applesauce, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Then pour this wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix gently just until all ingredients are combined; avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender.
  5. Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tins, filling each cup nearly to the top to ensure a nicely domed muffin.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes if making regular-sized muffins or 16 to 18 minutes if using mini muffin tins. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature for a delicious breakfast or snack.

Notes

  • You can substitute raisins with other dried fruits like cranberries or chopped dates according to your preference.
  • For a nuttier flavor, lightly toast the pecans before adding.
  • If you prefer less sweetness, reduce sugar to 3/4 cup without significant texture changes.
  • These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
  • To freeze, wrap muffins individually and freeze for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature or warm in the microwave.
  • Using applesauce instead of some oil helps reduce fat content while keeping the muffins moist.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/morning-glory-muffins-recipe/