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Carrot Cake Zucchini Muffins — Moist, Flavorful, and Packed with Hidden Veggies First Image

Carrot and Zucchini Muffins


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 37 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious and moist muffins packed with grated carrots and zucchini.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0 tsp baking soda
  • 0 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 0 tsp nutmeg
  • 0 cup vegetable oil
  • 0 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 0 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup grated carrots (freshly grated)
  • 1 cup grated zucchini (lightly squeezed)
  • 0 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 0 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin pan with liners.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium bowl.
  3. Whisk oil, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla in a large bowl.
  4. Fold in grated carrots and zucchini.
  5. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  6. Fold in nuts or raisins if using.
  7. Divide batter into muffin cups, filling 3/4 full.
  8. Bake 20–22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure to finely grate the carrots and zucchini for better texture.
  • For added moisture, do not overmix the batter.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg