Description
Easy Morning Glory Muffins are a delightful way to start your day, combining the sweetness of fruits and the crunch of nuts in every bite. Bursting with flavors and inviting aromas, these muffins are not only perfect for breakfast but also make a fantastic snack or brunch treat. Quick and simple to prepare, they promise to fill your kitchen with warmth and joy, making them an essential recipe for any home baker.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- ½ cup applesauce
- 1 cup shredded carrots (squeezed dry)
- ½ cup dried cranberries or raisins
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (toasted)
- ½ cup pineapple chunks (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by greasing or lining it with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat eggs with oil and applesauce until smooth. Pour into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just mixed.
- Fold in grated carrots, cranberries, and nuts without overmixing.
- Evenly distribute batter into muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg