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Carrot Cake Muffins with Walnuts and Raisins Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 muffins
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Deliciously moist Carrot Cake Muffins packed with grated carrots, crunchy walnuts, and sweet raisins. These muffins are perfectly spiced with cinnamon and allspice, making a wonderful treat for breakfast or a snack. Easy to prepare and bake, they offer a comforting flavor that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp allspice

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup raisins
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners to prepare for baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and allspice until evenly combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix grated carrots, chopped walnuts, raisins, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender.
  5. Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
  6. Bake: Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the muffins are fully baked.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Optionally, sprinkle chopped walnuts or drizzle maple syrup on top before serving for added flavor.

Notes

  • Use fresh grated carrots for best texture and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to ensure tender muffins.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • For a dairy-free option, ensure the vegetable oil and other ingredients are compliant and substitute eggs if necessary.
  • Chopped walnuts can be toasted for extra crunch and flavor before adding.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/carrot-cake-muffins-with-walnuts-and-raisins-recipe/