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Morning Glory Zucchini Muffins

Morning Glory Zucchini Muffins: Healthy, Moist, and Delicious

Delicious and nutritious Morning Glory Zucchini Muffins to kickstart your day with fiber and flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups Whole Wheat Flour
  • 1 cup Grated Zucchini No need to peel, just wash and grate!
  • 1 cup Grated Carrots
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with applesauce.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts or pecans are excellent choices!
  • 1 cup Shredded Apple For added sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips For a delightful treat!

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and prepare the muffin tin.
  2. Grease your muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth and creamy.
  5. Gently stir in the grated zucchini and carrots into the wet mixture.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and fold until just combined.
  7. Fold in any optional ingredients like nuts, shredded apple, or chocolate chips.
  8. Fill the muffin tin about 2/3 full with the batter.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Allow to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.

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