Healthy Morning Glory Muffins Recipe

Wake up to sunshine with these delicious and healthy Morning Glory Muffins! A vibrant twist on a classic recipe, these muffins are packed with shredded carrots, apples, raisins, coconut, and nuts for a wholesome and satisfying breakfast or snack. Made with whole wheat flour for added fiber, they're surprisingly moist and flavorful – the perfect guilt-free indulgence!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 229 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Healthy Morning Glory Muffins

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How to Make Healthy Morning Glory Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 2 cups whole wheat flour, ¾ cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. Add the following to the dry ingredients: 1 cup shredded carrots, 1 cup chopped apples (peeled and cored), ½ cup raisins, ½ cup shredded coconut, and ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: 2 large eggs, ½ cup vegetable oil, ½ cup unsweetened applesauce, ¼ cup orange juice, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

95g

Fat

11g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Healthy Morning Glory Muffins?

Healthy Morning Glory Muffins takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Healthy Morning Glory Muffins?

Healthy Morning Glory Muffins has approximately 229 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Healthy Morning Glory Muffins?

The key ingredients for Healthy Morning Glory Muffins are Whole Wheat Flour, Sugar, Baking Soda, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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