Carrot Spice Muffin
Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Serves 12
Difficulty N/A
Ingredients
- Muffins:
- 1 1/4 cups (300 mL) Five Roses® All Purpose Whole Wheat Flour
- 1 cup (250 mL) sugar
- 1/4 cup (50 mL) natural bran
- 2 1/4 tsp (11 mL) cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) nutmeg
- 1 tsp (5 mL) baking soda
- 3/4 tsp (4 mL) baking powder
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) oil
- 3 cups (750 mL) carrots, grated
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) raisins
- Streusel Topping (optional):
- 1/3 cup (75 mL) walnuts or pecans, chopped
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) brown sugar, lightly packed
Directions
Step 1:
Combine flour, sugar, bran, spices, baking soda, baking powder and salt in mixing bowl.
Step 2:
Beat eggs and oil until light.
Step 3:
Stir in carrots.
Step 4:
Add liquid ingredients to dry ingredients. Stir just until moistened.
Step 5:
Stir in nuts and raisins.
Step 6:
Fill greased muffin cups 3/4 full.
Step 7:
Combine nuts and brown sugar for topping. Sprinkle on top of muffins.
Step 8:
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched.
