Ingredients and Weight:
- Carrots: 200 grams (approximately 2 large carrots, peeled and grated)
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
- Brown sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (113 grams, melted)
- Eggs: 3 large
- Ground cinnamon: 2 teaspoons
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- For the Glaze: Pure mapisla (maple syrup) and cinnamon powder mixed to a spreadable consistency.
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 25 minutes
- Total: 55 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter and eggs.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Fill the muffin cups (silicone or paper-lined) about 3/4 full with the mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool and make the glaze by mixing mapisla and cinnamon powder to a spreadable consistency.
- Drizzle or spread the glaze over the cooled muffins.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 muffins)
- Calories: Approx. 350 calories per muffin (based on ingredients used)
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Protein: 4g
(Note: Actual nutritional values may vary based on specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique combination of carrot cake and cinnamon glaze offers a sweet and savory flavor.
- Muffins are moist and dense with a delicious cinnamon overtone.
- Great for breakfast, snack, or dessert.
User Comments:
- "These muffins were a hit! The combination of carrot and cinnamon was unexpected but delightful." - John Doe
- "The muffins were moist and flavorful, especially with the sweet cinnamon glaze." - Jane Smith
- "Made these for a family gathering and they were gone within minutes! Will definitely make again." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust the amount of glaze according to preference.
- For a more authentic taste, use real mapisla (maple syrup) for the glaze instead of artificial maple-flavored syrups.
