Ingredients and Weight:
- Whole wheat flour: 2 cups (250g)
- Rolled oats: 1 cup (150g)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (10g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Grated carrots: 1 cup (120g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Brown sugar: 1/4 cup (50g)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g)
- Eggs, large: 2
- Milk: 1 cup (250ml)
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup (125ml)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the grated carrots, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, eggs, milk, and vegetable oil.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fill the prepared muffin cups evenly with the batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information (per muffin):
- Calories: 230
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 15g
Dish Characteristics:
- Tender and moist
- Sweet and aromatic with notes of cinnamon and nutmeg
- Packed with the goodness of whole wheat and oats
- Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack
User Comments:
- "These muffins are so delicious and healthy! I love the combination of carrots and oatmeal."
- "The cinnamon and nutmeg give these muffins such a warm and cozy flavor."
- "These are the best carrot muffins I've ever had! They're moist and flavorful, and they're so easy to make."
- "I love that these muffins are made with whole wheat flour and oats. It makes them a guilt-free treat."
- "These muffins are a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have grated carrots, you can use shredded carrots instead.
- For a healthier option, you can use unsweetened applesauce instead of vegetable oil.
- To add some extra crunch, you can sprinkle the tops of the muffins with chopped nuts before baking.
