Delicious Orange Carrot Oat Muffins for a Healthy Snack Recipe
These Delicious Orange Carrot Oat Muffins are a wholesome and flavorful snack perfect for any time of the day. Made with oat flour, fresh oranges, shredded carrots, and warm spices like cinnamon and ginger, these muffins offer a moist, tender crumb with natural sweetness and a hint of citrus zest. They are a great option for a healthy treat, combining wholesome ingredients with a burst of refreshing orange flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups oat flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup coconut oil (or butter)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup applesauce
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- Zest of 2 oranges
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded carrots
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and either spray a muffin pan with non-stick spray or line it with cupcake liners to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small mixing bowl, combine the oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and ginger, making sure all the dry ingredients are well blended.
- Heat Applesauce and Orange Juice: Combine the applesauce and orange juice in a small bowl and microwave for about 15 seconds to bring the mixture to room temperature, which helps with even mixing.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut oil and sugar until smooth. Add the warmed applesauce and orange juice mixture, orange zest, vanilla extract, and eggs, mixing thoroughly.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the muffins dense.
- Fold in Carrots: Carefully fold the shredded carrots into the batter to distribute evenly without deflating the mixture.
- Fill Muffin Pan: Scoop the batter into the muffin pan cavities, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 15 to 17 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes before removing them to a wire rack or plate to cool completely. Enjoy your healthy and delicious snack!
Notes
- You can substitute coconut oil with butter if preferred.
- Use fresh orange zest for the best flavor intensity.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- For vegan adaptation, replace eggs with flax eggs and use vegan butter or coconut oil.
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