Instructions:
1. Prepare the carrots:
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Peel the carrots and grate them finely. You’ll need about 200g of grated carrot, which should be around 2 medium-sized carrots.
2. Mix the dry ingredients:
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and sugar. Make sure the ingredients are well combined and there are no lumps.
3. Combine the wet ingredients:
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Add the grated carrots:
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Stir the grated carrots into the wet ingredients.
5. Combine wet and dry ingredients:
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Add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this could result in dense muffins.
6. Add optional ingredients:
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If you’re using walnuts or raisins, fold them into the batter now.
7. Fill the muffin tin:
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Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
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Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the tin lightly. Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 of the way full with batter.
8. Bake the muffins:
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Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. The tops should be golden brown.
9. Cool and serve:
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Let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve warm or at room temperature. You can dust them with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze (made with powdered sugar and a bit of milk) for an extra treat!
Tips:
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For extra moisture: You can add a bit of applesauce (about 1/4 cup) to the batter for added moisture and a subtle fruit flavor.
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Make them gluten-free: Use a gluten-free flour blend instead of regular flour if you’re following a gluten-free diet.
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Storage: These muffins keep well for about 3-4 days at room temperature. You can also freeze them for up to 2-3 months. Just let them cool completely before storing in an airtight container or freezer bag.
Variations:
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Spices: Feel free to experiment with other spices like ginger or cloves for more complexity.
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Add-ins: Try adding shredded coconut, pecans, or dried cranberries to the batter for a different texture and flavor.
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Cream cheese frosting: For a more indulgent treat, you can frost these muffins with a simple cream cheese frosting (mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and a little vanilla extract).
These Muffin alle Carote are soft, flavorful, and just the right amount of sweetness. They’re perfect for anyone who loves the comforting flavors of carrots and spices, and they’re easy enough to make whenever you want a quick snack or treat!
Would you like any suggestions for variations or tips on other vegetable-based baked goods?
