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Delicious ABC muffins made with apple, banana, and carrots served with fresh fruit
Alyssa

ABC Muffins (apple, banana & carrot muffins!)

Nutritious, kid-friendly muffins made with apple, banana, and carrot, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 155
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all purpose flour (or sub white whole wheat flour for a more hearty muffin)
  • ½ cup white whole wheat flour
  • ¼ cup flaxseed meal
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup shredded carrots (from about 2 large carrots)
  • 1 medium overripe banana mashed
  • ½ cup applesauce (cinnamon applesauce is delicious)
  • ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
  • ¼ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or milk of choice)
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil (or melted and cooled coconut oil)
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chopped dates or raisins
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 3 tablespoons hemp hearts for a protein boost

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with muffin liners and spray the inside of the liners with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients until well combined.
  5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients with a wooden spoon until just combined and smooth.
  6. Evenly divide the batter between the muffin liners and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
  7. Allow muffins to cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before enjoying.
  8. Store muffins in an airtight bag or container for 1 day, then transfer to the fridge or freezer.

Notes

Great for busy mornings or as a nutritious snack. Delicious with almond butter.