Carrot Oatmeal Muffins

Start your day with a burst of wholesome flavor with these moist and hearty Carrot Oatmeal Muffins! Packed with nutritious rolled oats, freshly grated carrots, and a hint of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these muffins are the perfect balance of cozy and nourishing. Sweetened naturally with brown sugar and unsweetened applesauce, they make a healthier yet satisfying treat. Customize them with optional add-ins like chopped walnuts or raisins for added texture and a touch of indulgence. Quick and easy to prepare, these muffins come together in just 35 minutes, making them ideal for breakfast meal prep, lunchbox snacks, or a grab-and-go treat. Enjoy them fresh or freeze for a make-ahead option that doesn’t skimp on flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Rolled oats
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 2 cups Carrots, grated
• 2 pieces Eggs, large
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Milk (any kind, dairy or non-dairy)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Stir until well mixed.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, eggs, unsweetened applesauce, milk, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until combined. Do not overmix; the batter will be slightly thick.

Step 5

Fold in the grated carrots. If desired, add in the chopped walnuts and raisins for added texture and flavor.

Step 6

Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week. You can also freeze them for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1336.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2666.7

Total Fat 118.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 378mg	0%
Sodium 2251.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 367.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.9g	0%
Total Sugars 165.0g
Protein 59.5g	0%

Vitamin D 140IU	0%
Calcium 620.3mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 3496.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.5%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 52.9%