Delicious Carrot Jumbo Muffins

Start your morning on a flavorful note with these *Delicious Carrot Jumbo Muffins*! Perfectly moist and packed with the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg, these oversized muffins are a delightful twist on classic carrot cake. Grated carrots add natural sweetness and a burst of color, while optional walnuts and raisins provide texture and a touch of indulgence. Made with wholesome ingredients like applesauce for an extra tender crumb, these muffins are not only easy to prepare but also a great make-ahead breakfast or snack. Ready in just 40 minutes, they’re ideal for baking enthusiasts looking for a quick yet impressive treat. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or paired with a cup of coffee, these jumbo muffins are sure to be a hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 0.75 cups vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 2 cups carrots, finely grated
• 0.5 cups chopped walnuts (optional)
• 0.5 cups raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a jumbo muffin tin or line it with jumbo paper liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and applesauce until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Gently fold in the finely grated carrots, chopped walnuts, and raisins (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your delicious carrot jumbo muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1530.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4260.4

Total Fat 210.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.8g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 3234.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 577.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.6g	0%
Total Sugars 334.4g
Protein 54.2g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 467.8mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 3055.4mg	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: 42.9%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 52.2%