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Classic Moist & Healthy Morning Glory Muffins Recipe

Three freshly baked morning glory muffins stacked on a white plate, topped with nuts and shredded carrots.
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Start your day with these wholesome Morning Glory Muffins. They are moist, packed with carrots, apples, raisins, and nuts, and seasoned perfectly with warm spices. These are ideal for meal prep and a satisfying grab-and-go breakfast.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil and brown sugar until combined. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few streaks of flour are fine.
  5. Fold in the grated carrots, chopped apple, raisins, chopped nuts, and shredded coconut (if using). Mix only until the add-ins are evenly distributed.
  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. These muffins are best stored in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For extra moisture and flavor, you can substitute 1/4 cup of the oil with unsweetened applesauce.
  • These muffins freeze well. Cool them completely, then wrap individually in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag for up to three months. Thaw overnight on the counter for a quick breakfast.
  • If you prefer a slightly sweeter muffin, you can add 1/4 cup of crushed pineapple (drained well) along with the carrots and apples.

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