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Morning Glory Muffins with Carrots and Coconut

Elina James
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Wet Ingredients
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2/3 cup (160ml) vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • Add-ins
  • 2 cups (about 2 medium) grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup (100g) crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 cup (50g) sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup (75g) raisins or chopped dates
  • 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with non-stick spray.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until partially combined (a few dry spots are fine).
  • Add the Mix-Ins: Add grated carrots, pineapple, coconut, raisins, and nuts. Stir gently until just combined. Don’t overmix — the batter should be thick and chunky.
  • Fill the Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  • Bake: Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.