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Delicious Carrot Spice Flaxseed Muffins

Delicious Carrot Spice Flaxseed Muffins
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Delicious Carrot Spice Flaxseed Muffins are a wholesome, moist, and flavorful snack combining natural carrot sweetness, warm spices, and the nuttiness of flaxseed. Perfect for breakfast or anytime you want a nutritious treat that’s easy to prepare using everyday pantry staples.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
  • ¼ cup ground flaxseed
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup grated fresh carrots
  • 1 large egg (or 1 flax egg for vegan version: 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water)
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅔ cup milk or plant-based milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly. Finely grate fresh carrots and measure all dry and wet ingredients to ensure a smooth workflow.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, ground flaxseed, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until well combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg, then mix in the oil, vanilla extract, and milk. Stir until fully incorporated to form a smooth mixture.
  4. Bring the Batter Together: Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Gently fold in the grated carrots until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the muffins tender and soft.
  5. Bake Your Muffins: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated carrots instead of pre-shredded for better moisture and texture.
  • Stir batter gently to preserve light, fluffy muffins and avoid overmixing.
  • Grind whole flaxseeds fresh yourself for maximum nutrient retention and flavor.
  • Check your oven temperature with a thermometer to ensure even baking.
  • Use a toothpick test to confirm muffins are perfectly baked through.

Nutrition

Keywords: carrot muffins, flaxseed muffins, healthy snacks, whole wheat muffins, vegan muffins, gluten-free option

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