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Morning Glory Muffins

Morning Glory Muffins offer a delicious blend of wholesome ingredients. Packed with grated carrots and zucchini, these easy-to-make muffins are perfect for breakfast or a snack.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup grated zucchini (well-drained)
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup avocado oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, coconut, and walnuts.
  • Stir in the grated zucchini and carrots.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the applesauce, maple syrup, eggs, oil, and vanilla.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently fold until just combined.
  • Scoop the batter into muffin tins, filling each about 3/4 full.
  • Bake for 25-35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Cool for 7 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a rack.

Notes

Wring out zucchini well to prevent excess moisture.
Substitute walnuts with your favorite nuts or seeds.
Experiment with adding raisins or chocolate chips for variety.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 9
  • Sodium: 200
  • Fat: 7
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 25
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 35