Vegan Mini Carrot Cake Muffins Recipe

Indulge in these unbelievably moist and delicious vegan mini carrot cake muffins! Packed with shredded carrots, warm spices, and a touch of sweetness, they're healthier than traditional carrot cake – but you'd never guess it. Perfect for a healthy snack, breakfast, or delightful dessert, these muffins are guaranteed to become a family favorite. Get ready to experience the ultimate guilt-free treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 103.7 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Vegan Mini Carrot Cake Muffins

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How to Make Vegan Mini Carrot Cake Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 teaspoon baking powder and 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce until light and foamy. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  4. Add 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1/4 cup honey, 1 cup grated carrots, 1/4 cup water or pineapple juice (optional), and the applesauce mixture to the dry ingredients.
  5. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, raisins, or dried cranberries (optional).
  7. Fill each muffin liner about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, frost with your favorite vegan cream cheese frosting (recipe not included).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

32g

Fat

1g

Carbs

6g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Vegan Mini Carrot Cake Muffins?

Vegan Mini Carrot Cake Muffins takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Vegan Mini Carrot Cake Muffins?

Vegan Mini Carrot Cake Muffins has approximately 103.7 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Vegan Mini Carrot Cake Muffins?

The key ingredients for Vegan Mini Carrot Cake Muffins are Baking Powder, Unsweetened Applesauce, Sugar, All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.

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