Carrot Cake Muffins

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Carrot Cake Muffins
50 min.
15
204kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Carrot Cake Muffins, a perfect treat for any time of the day! These scrumptious muffins are not only vegetarian and dairy-free, but they also pack a nutritious punch with the goodness of fresh carrots and crushed pineapple. Whether you're looking for a quick breakfast on the go, a sweet addition to your brunch spread, or a satisfying dessert, these muffins are sure to please everyone at the table.

With a moist and tender crumb, each bite is bursting with the warm spices of cinnamon and the delightful crunch of toasted pecans. The natural sweetness from the golden raisins and sugar creates a harmonious balance that will leave your taste buds dancing. Plus, they are easy to make, taking just 50 minutes from start to finish, and yield 15 delicious servings!

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked muffins wafting through your kitchen, inviting family and friends to gather around. These Carrot Cake Muffins are not just a treat; they are a celebration of wholesome ingredients and comforting flavors. Perfect for sharing or enjoying all to yourself, they are a must-try for any baking enthusiast. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up a batch of these delightful muffins that are sure to become a favorite in your home!

Ingredients

  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • teaspoons baking soda 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • oz pineapple rings crushed drained canned
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  •  eggs whole
  •  egg whites 
  • teaspoons vanilla 
  • cups carrots grated
  • 0.5 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • 0.5 cup golden raisins 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 15 regular-size muffin cups; spray paper cups with cooking spray.
  3. In large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; make well in center of mixture. In medium bowl, stir pineapple, oil, eggs, egg whites and vanilla with whisk; add to flour mixture, stirring just until moistened. Fold in carrots, pecans and raisins. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
  4. Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks.
  5. Serve warm or cool.

Nutrition Facts

Calories204kcal
Protein7.17%
Fat30.87%
Carbs61.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.57
Glycemic Load
19.08
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
9.7082609275113%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.39mg
Delphinidin
0.26mg
Catechin
0.26mg
Epigallocatechin
0.2mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:203.66kcal
10.18%
Fat:7.11g
10.94%
Saturated Fat:1.01g
6.28%
Carbohydrates:32.11g
10.7%
Net Carbohydrates:30.14g
10.96%
Sugar:16.55g
18.39%
Cholesterol:21.82mg
7.27%
Sodium:334.84mg
14.56%
Alcohol:0.28g
100%
Alcohol %:0.38%
100%
Protein:3.71g
7.43%
Vitamin A:4318.4IU
86.37%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.83%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.68%
Selenium:8.57µg
12.25%
Vitamin K:10.57µg
10.07%
Folate:39.99µg
10%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.49%
Fiber:1.98g
7.91%
Vitamin B3:1.39mg
6.95%
Iron:1.2mg
6.64%
Copper:0.12mg
5.99%
Phosphorus:55.99mg
5.6%
Potassium:186.06mg
5.32%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.39%
Magnesium:16.42mg
4.1%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
4%
Vitamin C:3.13mg
3.8%
Zinc:0.45mg
3.03%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.79%
Calcium:23.66mg
2.37%