Carrot Muffins

Name: Carrot Muffins
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 38 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon all purpose flour (see note*); 3/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (increase to 2 teaspoons, if desired); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup vegetable or canola oil; 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce; 2/3 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1-1/2 cups FINELY grated carrots (loosely measured, not packed (about 2 medium-large carrots)); 2 ounces cream cheese (softened to cool room temp); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened to cool room temp); pinch of salt; 1 cup powdered sugar (plus more, if needed); 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract or 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or finely grated zest of 1/2 a small orange; 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts (optional garnish)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:18min

These tender and moist Carrot Muffins are the perfect way to start the day. Top them with cream cheese frosting or enjoy them plain - either way, they're delicious!

Updated at: Wed, 27 Aug 2025 02:30:56 GMT