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Carrot Pineapple Muffins

Moist and Flavorful Carrot Pineapple Muffins Kids Love

Delicious Carrot Pineapple Muffins that merge the sweetness of pineapple with fresh carrots, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Muffin Ingredients
  • 1 cup shredded carrots fresh for best texture
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple undrained
  • 2 large eggs large-sized
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup milk any type, including plant-based
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar light brown or white sugar can work
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda essential for lift
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Frosting Ingredients
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded carrots, undrained crushed pineapple, large eggs, vegetable oil, and milk. Stir until fully mixed.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, dark brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt.
  4. Gently add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and fold together until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup almost to the top.
  6. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 7 minutes, then reduce to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 13 minutes.
  7. Let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Once cooled, prepare and frost with creamy cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use freshly grated carrots and undrained crushed pineapple for the best flavor. Avoid overmixing to keep muffins light and fluffy.

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