Fluffy Carrot Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients and Weight:

For the Muffins: - All-purpose flour: 1 3/4 cups (220g) - Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (6g) - Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g) - Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) - Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (2g) - Nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon (1g) - Grated carrots: 1 1/2 cups (150g) - Brown sugar: 1 cup (200g) - Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup (50g) - Eggs: 2 large - Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup (120ml) - Buttermilk: 1 cup (240ml)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting: - Cream cheese, softened: 8 ounces (225g) - Butter, softened: 1/2 cup (110g) - Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml) - Powdered sugar: 2 cups (240g)

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

For the Muffins: 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. 3. In a large bowl, whisk together the carrots, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and buttermilk. 4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix. 5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.

For the Cream Cheese Frosting: 1. In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. 2. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined. 3. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.

Assembly: 1. Remove the muffins from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. 2. Frost the muffins with the cream cheese frosting.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 300 per muffin
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Fluffy and moist muffins
• Sweet and tangy cream cheese frosting
• Spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack

User Comments:

• "These muffins are the perfect combination of sweetness and spice!"
• "The cream cheese frosting is the best part!"
• "I love how easy these are to make. They're always a hit with my family."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before baking. This will ensure that the batter mixes evenly.
• Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in tough muffins.
• Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing them. This will help them to stay in the muffin liners.
• If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.