Healthy Good Morning Muffins

Start your day on a deliciously wholesome note with these *Healthy Good Morning Muffins*. Packed with nourishing ingredients like whole wheat flour, rolled oats, grated carrot, and chopped walnuts, these muffins are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and unsweetened applesauce, making them a guilt-free breakfast or snack option. Infused with warm cinnamon flavor and studded with raisins for a touch of natural sweetness, they’re not only nutritious but also incredibly satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes, these muffins are perfect for busy mornings or meal prep, as they store beautifully and even freeze well for long-term convenience. Whether paired with a cup of coffee or enjoyed on the go, these high-fiber, dairy-free muffins are a treat your body will thank you for!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1 cup Rolled oats
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Milk (dairy or plant-based)
• 1 cup Grated carrot
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
• 0.5 cup Raisins

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the egg, unsweetened applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Then, stir in the milk.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the grated carrot, chopped walnuts, and raisins until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Enjoy your healthy good morning muffins warm or store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days. They also freeze well for longer storage!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1007 grams (1007.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2269

Total Fat 60.10g	77%
Saturated Fat 9.50g	48%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 235mg	78%
Sodium 2381mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 402.20g	146%
Dietary Fiber 44.10g	158%
Total Sugars 186.90g
Protein 64.00g	128%

Vitamin D 129IU	644%
Calcium 519mg	40%
Iron 15mg	85%
Potassium 2691mg	57%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.5%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 66.9%