Morning Glory Muffins are a wholesome and delicious way to start your day. They are packed with healthy ingredients like carrots, apples, nuts, and raisins. Here’s a recipe for these flavorful muffins:
Morning Glory Muffins
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 large apple, peeled and grated
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 3 large eggs
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup orange juice
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add Mix-Ins:
- Stir in the shredded coconut, raisins, grated apple, grated carrots, and chopped nuts until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and orange juice.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins tough.
- Fill Muffin Tin:
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake:
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool and Enjoy:
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Morning Glory Muffins are perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack. Enjoy their moist, flavorful goodness packed with nutritious ingredients!
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