Spiced Carrot Raisin Breakfast Muffins
Start your day on a wholesome note with these delightful Spiced Carrot Raisin Breakfast Muffins. Made with a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flours, these muffins boast a vibrant carrot base enriched with sweet raisins and a hint of cinnamon. Perfectly moist and lightly sweetened with brown sugar and molasses, they offer a nutritious breakfast option that pairs wonderfully with your morning coffee or tea. Top them off with a luscious cream cheese icing for an extra layer of flavor or enjoy them plain for a quick snack. These muffins freeze well, making them an ideal make-ahead treat for busy mornings.
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Servings
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Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 cup (sifted)
grated carrot
1 cup (fresh)
whole wheat flour
1/2 cup (sifted)
raisins
1/2 cup (plump)
packed brown sugar
1/4 cup (lightly packed)
toasted wheat germ
2 tablespoons (toasted)
baking powder
2 teaspoons (level)
cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (fine)
milk
1/2 cup (whole or low-fat)
molasses
1/4 cup (unsulfured)
butter
1/4 cup (melted)
egg
1 (large)
cream cheese
125 g (softened)
icing sugar
2 tablespoons (sifted)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a muffin tin by greasing it or lining it with paper liners.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, grated carrot, whole wheat flour, raisins, brown sugar, toasted wheat germ, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well until all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, molasses, melted butter, and egg until well combined.
4
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just moistened, being careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
5
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
6
Bake in the center of the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until the tops of the muffins spring back when lightly pressed and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8
For the cream cheese topping, beat the cream cheese and icing sugar together in a small bowl until fluffy. Once the muffins are completely cool, spread a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture on top.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spiced Carrot Raisin Breakfast Muffins?
They are wholesome muffins made with a blend of flours, fresh carrots, raisins, and a hint of cinnamon.
What flours are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses a combination of 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup sifted whole wheat flour.
How should I prepare the muffin tin?
You should prepare the muffin tin by either greasing it or lining it with paper liners.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) before baking.
Do these muffins contain raisins?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/2 cup of plump raisins.
What spices provide the flavor in these muffins?
The flavor is enriched with 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
What sweeteners are included in the batter?
The muffins are sweetened with 1/4 cup lightly packed brown sugar and 1/4 cup unsulfured molasses.
How long do the muffins need to bake?
Bake the muffins for approximately 20 minutes in the center of the oven.
Can these muffins be frozen?
Yes, these muffins freeze well, making them an ideal make-ahead treat for busy mornings.
What is the primary vegetable ingredient?
The primary vegetable is 1 cup of fresh grated carrots.
How do I know when the muffins are fully baked?
They are done when the tops spring back when lightly pressed and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Is wheat germ included in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of toasted wheat germ.
What is the correct way to mix the ingredients?
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir gently until just moistened, being careful not to overmix.
How much should I fill each muffin cup?
Spoon the batter into the prepared cups until they are about three-quarters full.
Is there a recommended topping?
Yes, a luscious cream cheese icing made from cream cheese and icing sugar can be added.
How long should the muffins cool in the pan?
Allow them to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
What kind of milk can I use?
The recipe suggests 1/2 cup of either whole or low-fat milk.
What type of molasses is required?
The recipe specifies using unsulfured molasses.
How many eggs are needed?
You will need one large egg.
How do I make the cream cheese icing?
Beat 125g of softened cream cheese and 2 tablespoons of sifted icing sugar together until fluffy.
Can I eat these muffins without icing?
Yes, they can be enjoyed plain for a quick and nutritious snack.
What provides moisture to these muffins?
The moisture comes from the grated carrots, molasses, melted butter, and milk.
Are these muffins suitable for breakfast?
Yes, they are designed as a wholesome and nutritious breakfast option.
How should I prepare the carrots?
The carrots should be fresh and finely grated.
What kind of brown sugar is best?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of lightly packed brown sugar.
Should the dry ingredients be sifted?
The recipe recommends using sifted all-purpose and whole wheat flours.
Is the butter melted or softened for the batter?
The butter should be melted before being whisked with the other wet ingredients.
What is the texture of the icing?
The cream cheese icing is beaten until it reaches a fluffy consistency.
When should the icing be applied?
Spread the icing on top once the muffins have cooled completely.
What beverages pair well with these muffins?
They pair wonderfully with your morning coffee or tea.