Hearty Morning Muffins

Start your day on the right note with these Hearty Morning Muffins—an irresistible blend of wholesome, nutrient-packed ingredients that deliver the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition. Made with fiber-rich whole wheat flour, rolled oats, and naturally sweet grated carrots, these muffins are studded with raisins and chopped walnuts for a delightful texture in every bite. A hint of cinnamon adds cozy, warming notes, while unsweetened applesauce and a touch of brown sugar lend natural sweetness without overpowering. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and baking to golden perfection in under 20, these muffins are a versatile grab-and-go breakfast or satisfying snack. Pair them with coffee or enjoy them plain for a hearty start to your morning that’s as delicious as it is wholesome. Perfect for busy mornings, meal prepping, or a healthy treat the whole family will love!

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
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Grated carrot
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Stir in the grated carrot, chopped walnuts, and raisins, ensuring they’re coated with the dry mixture.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, applesauce, milk, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly thick and lumpy.

Step 6

Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Enjoy these hearty morning muffins plain or with a smear of butter or cream cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	908.3 grams (908.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2654

Total Fat 110.30g	141%
Saturated Fat 15.80g	79%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.70g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 2352mg	102%
Total Carbohydrate 386.50g	141%
Dietary Fiber 44.80g	160%
Total Sugars 169.20g
Protein 64.10g	128%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 416mg	32%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 2623mg	56%

*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: 35.5%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 55.3%