Carrot Cake Zucchini Muffins
These Carrot Cake Zucchini Muffins are the perfect fusion of classic carrot cake flavor and wholesome zucchini muffins. Ultra-moist, warmly spiced, and naturally rich in vegetables, they’re ideal for healthy breakfasts, snacks, or lunchboxes. Made with applesauce and fresh veggies, these muffins are a delicious way to enjoy a better-for-you homemade treat without sacrificing taste.
Why You’ll Love These Muffins:
Loaded with veggies (carrots & zucchini)
Super moist and fluffy texture
Perfect for meal prep & freezing
Great for kids and adults
Healthier than bakery muffins
Ingredients:
1 ½ cups grated zucchini
1 cup grated carrots
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
⅓ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
¼ tsp ground ginger
½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
½ cup raisins (optional)
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine zucchini, carrots, applesauce, oil, eggs, vanilla, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
Combine: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in walnuts and raisins if using.
Fill muffin cups: Fill each cup about ⅔ full.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool: Let rest 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Recipe Details:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: ~200 kcal per muffin
Pro Tips:
Squeeze excess moisture from zucchini for perfect texture
Swap half the flour for whole wheat flour for extra fiber
Add a cream cheese glaze for a dessert-style muffin
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Moist and healthy Carrot Cake Zucchini Muffins made with fresh carrots, zucchini, applesauce, and warm spices. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or meal prep.
