Carrot or Zucchini Muffins Recipe

Makes 12 muffins

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 3 carrots
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vinegar
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 cup bran
  • 2 egg
  • 1 1/2 cup skim milk
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup raisins


  • Instructions:

    1. Blend flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and bran together in food processor, 4 to 5 seconds.
    2. Pour into large mixing bowl.
    3. Process carrots until pureed and add to dry ingredients.
    4. Process the eggs and oil for 2-3 seconds and add to bowl along with the milk, vinegar, honey, molasses, and raisins.
    5. Stir with a wooden spoon until just blended; do not overmix.
    6. Spoon the batter into paper-lined muffin tins and bake at 375F for 20 to 25 min