Zucchini Carrot Muffins – The Lemon Bowl®

Zucchini combined with shredded carrots and spices make these Zucchini Carrot Muffins both moist and full of flavor.

Baking isn’t my forte, but when I try, I often make muffins. While they can be just as tempting and loaded with processed sugar as cakes, I want to make mine healthier. Muffins can be a great way to make a quick, filling snack or breakfast ready and easy to grab. Or a great way to hide veggies and still include them in your diet! Both delicious and nutritious, my Zucchini Carrot Muffins are something the whole family will enjoy.

What makes them healthy?

• whole wheat flour: Adds fiber to your meal along with a host of other vitamins and nutrients.
• Flaxseed Meal: A great source of fiber, protein, antioxidants and all essential omega-3 fatty acids.
• Vegetables: Dress up zucchini and carrots as baked goods to increase your veggie intake!
• applesauce: Helps hold the muffin together but also acts as a natural sweetener.

How to make zucchini carrot muffins

Start your muffins by taking your zucchini and grating them into a medium bowl.

Then take your carrot and grate it into the bowl as well.

Continue your wet ingredients by cracking the eggs into the bowl.

Followed by the Greek yogurt.

And the applesauce.

Finish off the wet ingredients with the canola oil and vanilla before mixing everything together.

In a separate, larger bowl, add the whole wheat flour.

Followed by oats.

If you decide to add the walnuts, add them and toss them in the flour and oats to coat them before continuing.

Then pour in the flaxseed flour and brown sugar.

And sprinkle in cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and cloves.

Finish with baking powder, baking soda and salt.

Toss the dry ingredients together until well mixed.

Then stir in the wet ingredients until fully combined.

Then, using an ice cream scoop or measuring cup, fill your lined muffin tin with the batter.

Bake at 400 degrees for about 16 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool. Then enjoy your zucchini carrot muffins!

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Eat them plain or brush them with butter or honey, but either way you’ll enjoy these Zucchini Carrot Muffins.

No fork required.