Moist and Low Fat Carrot Raisin Apple Muffins

Start your day off right with these Moist and Low-Fat Carrot Raisin Apple Muffins, a wholesome and guilt-free treat bursting with natural sweetness and warm spice. This easy recipe combines a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flour, infused with grated carrots, juicy apple, and chewy raisins, creating a delightful texture and flavor in every bite. Sweetened naturally with honey and enriched with unsweetened applesauce and low-fat yogurt, these muffins are the perfect healthier alternative to traditional baked goods. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re ideal for a quick breakfast, snack, or on-the-go energy boost. With simple ingredients and no compromise on taste or moisture, these muffins are a must-try for anyone looking to bake something nutritious and delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cups Low-fat plain yogurt
• 0.5 cups Honey
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Grated carrots
• 1 medium Apple, peeled and grated
• 0.5 cups Raisins

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or lightly grease with nonstick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then whisk in the applesauce, yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until nearly combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the grated carrots, grated apple, and raisins, stirring just until evenly distributed.

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 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Enjoy your moist and low-fat carrot raisin apple muffins fresh or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1047.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1845.6

Total Fat 13.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 226.4mg	0%
Sodium 2215.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 405.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.7g	0%
Total Sugars 194.6g
Protein 44.9g	0%

Vitamin D 116.0IU	0%
Calcium 426.7mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 2035.0mg	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: 6.2%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 84.5%