Easy One-Bowl Carrot Oatmeal Muffins Recipe
These Easy One-Bowl Carrot Oatmeal Muffins are a wholesome and delicious breakfast or snack option that combines the natural sweetness of carrots and brown sugar with the hearty texture of rolled oats. They are simple to make, requiring minimal cleanup, and can be customized with nuts or raisins for added flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar for a healthier option)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1/2 cup applesauce or yogurt
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- 1/4 cup walnuts or raisins
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in grated carrots, applesauce or yogurt, vegetable oil or melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which could toughen the muffins.
- Fold in Optional Add-ins: If using walnuts or raisins, gently fold them into the batter ensuring even distribution without breaking the pieces.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, preventing sogginess.
Notes
- You can substitute brown sugar with coconut sugar for a healthier alternative.
- Using applesauce makes the muffins moister; yogurt can add a slight tang and richness.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
- Optional walnuts or raisins add texture and natural sweetness, but can be omitted for allergies or preference.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
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