Quick Morning Glory Muffins
Start your day deliciously with Quick Morning Glory Muffins, packed with vibrant fruits, nuts, and spices for a joyous breakfast experience.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-Ins
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped apples (peeled)
- ½ cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- ½ cup raisins or nuts (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Fold in the grated carrots, chopped apples, pineapple, and optional raisins or nuts carefully.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a healthier option, swap sugar with honey or maple syrup. You can also use whole wheat flour for added nutrition. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.