Carrot Apple Muffins Apples and carrots keep these tasty muffins moist. Peeling the apples is not necessary, peels soften as they cook. They are easy to make and taste fantastic. They are the perfect treat for breakfast or snack anytime of the day. Preparation Time: 20 minutesBaking Time: 25 minutesMakes 12 muffins Topping:2 tsp (10 mL) granulated sugar1/4 tsp (1 mL) ground cinnamon Batter:1-3/4 cups (425 mL) all-purpose flour2-1/2 tsp (12 mL) ground cinnamon2 tsp (10 mL) baking powder3/4 tsp (4 mL) salt1/2 tsp (2 mL) each ground ginger and nutmeg1/4 tsp (1 mL) baking soda2 Ontario Eggs3/4 cup (175 mL) packed brown sugar1/2 cup (125 mL) Ontario 2% Milk1/3 cup (75 mL) vegetable oil1-1/2 tsp (7 mL) vanilla2 cups (500 mL) finely shredded Ontario Carrots1-1/2 cups (375 mL) diced unpeeled Ontario Apples (such as McIntosh, Cortland or Golden Delicious)1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped pecans Topping: In small bowl, stir together granulated sugar and cinnamon; set aside. Batter: In large bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, ginger, nutmeg and baking soda. In another large bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, milk, oil and vanilla. Stir in carrots, apples and pecans. Stir liquid ingredients into dry ingredients just until combined. Spoon batter into paper-lined muffin cups; sprinkle with topping. Bake in 400°F (200°C) oven for 23 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in centre comes out clean. Cool pan on wire rack for 5 minutes. Remove muffins to wire rack to cool. Nutritional Information:1 MuffinPROTEIN: 4 gramsFAT: 11 gramsCARBOHYDRATE: 34 gramsCALORIES: 245FIBRE: 2 gramsSODIUM: 240 mg – Printed with permission from Foodland Ontario
Carrot Apple Muffins
