Carrot sweet potato muffins –Looking for a delicious and healthy treat to brighten your day? Try these delightful Sweet Potato Carrot Muffins! Packed with nutrition and flavor, they make for the perfect breakfast or snack. Plus, they’re easy to make and will impress your friends and family. Let’s dive into this scrumptious recipe!
Sweet Potato Carrot Muffins
These muffins are not only tasty but also a great way to sneak in some vegetables into your diet. With the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and the moisture of carrots, these muffins are sure to be a hit. They are perfect for those busy mornings or any time you crave a wholesome snack.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with muffin liners or grease it lightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, grated carrots, eggs, honey (or maple syrup), oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well until all the wet ingredients are blended.
- In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. If you’re adding nuts, fold them in at this stage.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these Sweet Potato Carrot Muffins warm or at room temperature. They are moist, flavorful, and a wholesome option to satisfy your sweet cravings. Perfect for meal prep or popping in the lunchbox, these muffins are sure to become a favorite in no time!