Carrot Spice Flaxseed Muffins
Savor the delightful warmth of Carrot Spice Flaxseed Muffins, where the natural sweetness of freshly grated carrots melds with a comforting blend of cinnamon and nutmeg. These fluffy, nutritious muffins are perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, featuring omega-3-rich flaxseed for added health benefits. Bake a batch today to fill your home with irresistible aromas and treat your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 1 cup grated carrots
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, ground flaxseed, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs; then add milk and grated carrots and stir until just combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just incorporated.
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly; fill each cup two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cooling before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (approx. 75g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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