Whole Wheat Carrot Applesauce Muffins Food

CARROT APPLESAUCE MUFFINS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 F
• Chop carrots in a food processor. Remove from food processor, squeeze to remove excess water and then measure so you have 1.5 cups. (Should take about 3/4 pound of carrots).
• In a food processor, combine finely chopped carrots, oil, maple syrup, egg, applesauce and vanilla and process until well combined.
• Add flour, flax, baking soda and cinnamon and process to mix.
• Add any mix-ins if using and pulse a few times.
• Scoop into 12 greased muffin tins and bake 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.

HEALTHY, WHOLE-WHEAT CARROT APPLESAUCE MUFFINS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line muffin pan with paper, foil, or silicone liners, and set aside.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
• In a large bowl fitted with an electric whisk (or beaters), mix the butter, honey, egg, and vanilla together on medium speed. Turn down the speed and slowly add in the flour mixture until well-combined. The batter will be fairly thick.
• 4. Using a spatula, carefully fold in applesauce and carrots. Divide batter evenly among the muffin cups. Bake for 22 to 24 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean and muffins are beginning to turn golden brown on top.