Zucchini and Cranberry Mini-Muffins

Vegetarian
Zucchini and Cranberry Mini-Muffins
45 min.
24
121kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful and nutritious way to start your day? Look no further than these Zucchini and Cranberry Mini-Muffins! Perfect for brunch, breakfast, or even a midday snack, these muffins combine the fresh taste of zucchini with the sweet pop of dried cranberries, making them a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults alike.

What sets these muffins apart is not only their irresistible flavor but also their wholesome ingredients. Packed with the goodness of whole-wheat flour and the richness of light brown sugar, every bite offers a delightful texture and a hint of cinnamon that will fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma. Plus, the addition of toasted pecans brings a satisfying crunch that complements the moistness of the zucchini.

In just under 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these mini muffins, yielding 24 perfectly portioned treats. Whether you're hosting a brunch or simply want to enjoy a healthy snack throughout the week, these muffins can be prepared ahead of time and stored for later, making them both delicious and convenient.

So, roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and dive into this vegetarian-friendly recipe that promises smiles all around. Each muffin is not only a treat but also a dessert you can feel good about indulging in!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried
  • large eggs 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.8 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar light packed ()
  • 0.5 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • tablespoon cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 cup flour whole-wheat
  • cups zucchini grated (from 2 medium)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • toothpicks
  • aluminum foil
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat to 375°F. Butter muffin cups (if pans are not nonstick, butter liberally or spray with nonstick cooking spray).
  2. In large bowl, whisk together all-purpose and whole-wheat flours, cocoa, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Stir in zucchini.
  3. In medium bowl, whisk together eggs and brown sugar.
  4. Whisk in sour cream and oil. Fold wet mixture into dry until just combined (do not overmix). Gently fold in cranberries and pecans.
  5. Divide batter among muffin cups, filling each cup 3/4 full.
  6. Bake until dark golden on top and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 10 to 12 minutes. Cool in pan on rack 10 minutes, then serve warm or turn out onto rack to cool completely. (Muffins can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in airtight container at room temperature, or frozen in airtight container up to 2 weeks. Defrost in refrigerator, then rewarm, if desired, wrapped in foil in 300°F oven 7 to 10 minutes.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories121kcal
Protein6.88%
Fat43.75%
Carbs49.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.21
Glycemic Load
4.4
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.7869565020437%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.24mg
Delphinidin
0.15mg
Catechin
0.28mg
Epigallocatechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.43mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:121.02kcal
6.05%
Fat:6.07g
9.33%
Saturated Fat:1.25g
7.84%
Carbohydrates:15.41g
5.14%
Net Carbohydrates:14.4g
5.23%
Sugar:6.83g
7.59%
Cholesterol:18.33mg
6.11%
Sodium:100.23mg
4.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.15g
4.29%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.64%
Selenium:5.85µg
8.36%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.35%
Vitamin K:6.45µg
6.14%
Folate:20.69µg
5.17%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.91%
Phosphorus:44.49mg
4.45%
Fiber:1.01g
4.05%
Iron:0.71mg
3.96%
Vitamin B3:0.69mg
3.44%
Copper:0.07mg
3.37%
Magnesium:12.1mg
3.03%
Vitamin E:0.43mg
2.85%
Calcium:26.85mg
2.68%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.35%
Vitamin C:1.92mg
2.33%
Zinc:0.33mg
2.23%
Potassium:75.33mg
2.15%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.8%
Vitamin A:74.52IU
1.49%
Source:Epicurious