Carrot-Poppy Seed Muffins

Carrot-Poppy Seed Muffins
35 min.
100
34kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Carrot-Poppy Seed Muffins! Perfectly suited for morning meals, brunches, or a quick breakfast on the go, these muffins are not only delicious but also surprisingly light, with just 34 calories each. Imagine starting your day with a treat that combines the natural sweetness of shredded carrots with the nutty crunch of poppy seeds, all wrapped in a moist, fluffy muffin.

In just 35 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 100 people, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, family breakfasts, or even meal prep for the week ahead. The combination of dark brown sugar and olive oil adds a rich flavor profile, while the low-fat buttermilk ensures a tender crumb. Plus, the hint of orange zest elevates the taste, giving each bite a refreshing citrus twist.

For those looking to switch things up, we also offer a fun variation: Beet-Poppy Seed Muffins! By substituting shredded beets for the carrots, you can create a vibrant and equally delicious alternative that’s sure to impress. Whether you stick with the classic carrot version or experiment with beets, these muffins are bound to become a favorite in your kitchen. So, gather your ingredients and let’s get baking!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.8 cup firmly brown sugar dark packed
  • cups carrots shredded ( 3 large)
  • large eggs 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.8 cup buttermilk low-fat
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • tablespoon orange zest packed
  • 12  paper baking cups 
  • tablespoon poppy seeds 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • muffin tray

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Whisk together flour, brown sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in eggs, olive oil, and orange zest. Fold in shredded carrots and buttermilk.
  3. Place paper baking cups in a 12-cup muffin pan. Spoon batter into cups, filling two-thirds full.
  4. Bake 20 to 22 minutes or until golden brown.
  5. Beet-Poppy Seed Muffins: Switch up the color and flavor by using shredded beets in place of carrots. Prepare recipe as directed, substituting 1 large fresh beet, peeled and shredded (about 1 1/2 cups), for carrots. Omit buttermilk. (Do not squeeze juice from shredded beet.) Calories 160; Protein 7g; Carbs 7g; Fiber 1g; Fat 9g

Nutrition Facts

Calories34kcal
Protein7.35%
Fat39.32%
Carbs53.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.19
Glycemic Load
1.13
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
1.1547826087993%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:33.55kcal
1.68%
Fat:1.5g
2.31%
Saturated Fat:0.37g
2.29%
Carbohydrates:4.57g
1.52%
Net Carbohydrates:4.35g
1.58%
Sugar:2.78g
3.09%
Cholesterol:3.91mg
1.3%
Sodium:36.07mg
1.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.63g
1.26%
Vitamin A:435.31IU
8.71%
Selenium:1.04µg
1.49%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.43%
Folate:5.61µg
1.4%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.2%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.19%
Phosphorus:11.74mg
1.17%
Vitamin B3:0.23mg
1.16%
Calcium:11.08mg
1.11%
Source:My Recipes