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Morning glory muffins piled together

Morning Glory Muffins

Wake up to the delightful flavors of our Sweet Morning Glory Muffins! Packed with a medley of wholesome ingredients like carrots, apples, and raisins, these muffins offer a perfect blend of sweetness and nutrition to kickstart your day on a delicious note.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups pastry flour or all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup grated carrots about 2 to 3 large carrot peeled and grated
  • 1 cup apple peeled cored and finely chopped (about one large or two medium apples)
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten
  • 6 Tbs unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup raisins optional
  • 2 Tbs chopped pecans optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners in preparation for baking.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together 2 ½ cups of flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoons of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, ½ teaspoon of salt, and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon. Set this dry ingredient mixture aside for later use.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup grate carrots, 1 cup finely chopped apple, lightly beaten 2 eggs, 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled), ½ cup milk, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla. Whisk these wet ingredients together until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients mixture into the bowl containing the dry ingredients. Using a beater or whisk, gently mix the wet and dry ingredients together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
  5. Optional: Gently fold the raisins and chopped pecans into the muffin batter, ensuring even distribution.
  6. Fill muffin liners with batter to the top and bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the tops are lightly browned and the muffins pass the toothpick test – a toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean. Additionally, the tops should bounce back when lightly pressed, or the internal temperature should register between 190 and 200 degrees Fahrenheit.
  7. After baking, allow the muffins to cool on a rack for several minutes before removing them from the pan. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or store them in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Notes

Pastry flour or all-purpose flour Selection Note: Choose your flour wisely to attain the perfect muffin texture! Opting for pastry flour results in light and delicate muffins, whereas all-purpose flour imparts a denser, heartier texture.
Flour Measuring Tip: To ensure accuracy in your measurements, avoid scooping flour directly from the container. Instead, gently spoon flour into your measuring cup and level it off using the flat side of a knife. This simple technique guarantees precision, leading to consistently delightful muffins in every batch.
Milk Selection Note: We've thoroughly explored different milk options in this recipe, including cow’s milk, almond milk, and coconut milk. Each option brings great results, providing you the flexibility to choose the milk that aligns with your taste preferences or what you have on hand.