Carrot Cake Muffins: Indulgent Treats with 5-Star Cream Cheese Frosting
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Delicious and moist Carrot Cake Muffins topped with a rich 5-star cream cheese frosting.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup raisins
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the grated carrots, walnuts, and raisins.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool before frosting.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add crushed pineapple.
- Serve warm for a delightful experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg