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Morning Glory Banana Carrot Muffins: A Sweet, Spiced Morning Treat

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  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Morning Glory Banana Carrot Muffins are wholesome, hearty, and freezer-friendly—perfect for breakfast on the go or a nutritious afternoon snack. Packed with banana, apple, and carrot, these muffins are made with almond flour, whole wheat flour, oats, and loaded with nuts, seeds, and natural sweetness. A smart way to fuel your day with feel-good ingredients!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup walnuts or pecans, chopped
  • ½ cup sunflower seeds
  • ½ cup raisins
  • 2 tablespoons chia or flax seeds
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 3 eggs
  • ½ cup applesauce
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ½ cup coconut oil or butter, melted
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • 2 carrots, grated (about 1 cup packed)
  • 2 apples, grated or finely diced
  • 1 banana, mashed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 1 cup any combo of: rolled oats, chopped nuts, sunflower/pumpkin seeds, chocolate/butterscotch/white chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C), then reduce to 375°F (190°C) when placing muffins in.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients.
  3. Add the wet ingredients and mix with a spatula. Batter will be thick.
  4. Grease or line muffin tins (or use silicone liners). Fill cups full and top with the topping mix.
  5. Bake at 375°F for 35 minutes.
  6. Let cool slightly and enjoy with a pat of butter!

Notes

  • If you prefer a gluten-free version, you can substitute the whole wheat flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • These muffins can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months for a quick breakfast or snack.
  • Feel free to mix and match the toppings based on your preferences—chocolate chips or nuts are great choices!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg