Rise Shine Muffins

Start your day on a wholesome note with these hearty Rise & Shine Muffins, a healthy breakfast or snack packed with goodness in every bite! Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, honey, and unsweetened applesauce, these muffins also feature a nutrient-rich blend of shredded carrots, zucchini, and rolled oats, making them the perfect grab-and-go treat. Made with whole wheat flour and flavored with a touch of cinnamon, they offer a satisfying balance of flavor and texture, while optional add-ins like chopped nuts and raisins add a delightful crunch and chew. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, these muffins are a time-saving, guilt-free indulgence for busy mornings. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or as a make-ahead option for your weekly meal prep!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cups rolled oats
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup shredded zucchini
• 0.5 cups mashed ripe banana
• 0.25 cups honey
• 0.25 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups milk
• 0.5 cups chopped nuts (optional)
• 0.5 cups raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the shredded carrots, shredded zucchini, mashed banana, honey, applesauce, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix. The batter will be thick.

Step 5

If using, fold in the chopped nuts and raisins for added texture and flavor.

Step 6

Evenly divide the batter among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your Rise & Shine Muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1013.9 grams (1013.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1945

Total Fat 49.30g	63%
Saturated Fat 8.40g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 378mg	126%
Sodium 2192mg	95%
Total Carbohydrate 343.00g	125%
Dietary Fiber 45.00g	161%
Total Sugars 135.10g
Protein 63.00g	126%

Vitamin D 109IU	544%
Calcium 421mg	32%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 3253mg	69%

*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: 21.5%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 66.4%