Delicious and Healthy Apple Carrot Muffins

These apple carrot muffins are a perfect blend of flavors and a great way to sneak in some fruits and veggies into your diet. They are moist, delicious, and packed with nutrients. These muffins are also easy to make and can be enjoyed as a nutritious breakfast or a healthy snack. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, these muffins are a quick and convenient option for a wholesome treat.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup grated carrot
• 1 cup grated apple
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
4. Add the grated carrot and grated apple to the wet ingredients. Stir until evenly combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.
7. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
9. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy these delicious apple carrot muffins as a nutritious breakfast or snack!

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