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Best Ever Morning Glory Muffins Recipe

Three freshly baked morning glory muffins with visible shredded carrots sitting on a white plate in bright sunlight.
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Make these moist, hearty Morning Glory Muffins packed with carrots, apples, raisins, and warm spices. This recipe delivers a wholesome, grab-and-go breakfast that freezes well.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated carrots (about 3 medium carrots)
  • 1 cup finely chopped peeled apples (about 1 large apple)
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut (optional)
  • 1/4 cup crushed pineapple, drained (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Add the grated carrots, chopped apples, raisins, nuts, coconut, and crushed pineapple (if using) to the wet ingredients. Stir gently to coat the mix-ins with the liquid.
  5. Add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Use a spatula to fold everything together until just combined. Do not overmix; a few streaks of flour are acceptable.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For the moistest texture, use fresh carrots and apples. Do not use pre-shredded carrots.
  • These muffins freeze well. Cool completely, then wrap individually in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months. Thaw overnight on the counter.
  • If you skip the optional pineapple and coconut, add 1/4 cup of buttermilk to the wet ingredients for moisture.

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