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Soft Moist Carrot Muffins Recipe

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These Soft Moist Carrot Muffins are a delightful treat packed with finely grated carrots, warm spices, and optional nuts and raisins, perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk or buttermilk
  • 1 1/2 cups (150g) finely grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (75g) raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with liners or grease lightly.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, and oil until smooth. Add vanilla and milk, whisk again.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Add Carrots and Extras: Fold in grated carrots and optional add-ins.
  6. Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, filling ¾ full.
  7. Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool: Cool muffins in tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Optional ingredients include ground nutmeg, chopped walnuts or pecans, and raisins for added flavor and texture.

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