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Morning Glory Muffins
Carolina Gomez

Morning Glory Muffins

A deliciously moist and flavorful muffin packed with grated carrots, apples, raisins, nuts, and spices, offering a sweet and healthy treat perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 1 Muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 tart apple grated
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple

Equipment

  • Muffin tin or muffin pan
  • Paper liners
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula or Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry, stirring gently. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in grated carrots, apple, raisins, shredded coconut, nuts, and crushed pineapple.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with the batter.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let muffins cool in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per muffin):
  • Calories: 177-310
  • Carbohydrates: 58% of total calories
  • Fats: 4.9g to 18g, with saturated fat around 1g
  • Protein: About 6% of total calories
  • Vitamin A: 33% of your daily value