These vegan carrot cake muffins are moist, tender, and bursting with flavor. They are made with wholesome ingredients like carrots, walnuts, and warming spices. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a satisfying snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flours, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Stir in the grated carrots and walnuts.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the applesauce, coconut oil, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Interesting Facts
Carrots are high in vitamin A, which is important for eye health.
Walnuts add a delicious crunch and omega-3 fatty acids to these muffins.