Carrot Cake Muffin Treats

Carrot cake is believed to have originated from the Middle Ages when sugar and sweeteners were scarce, so carrots were used as a substitute for sweetness.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Carrot Cake Muffin Treats

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Carrots
• 200 gram All-purpose flour
• 150 gram Sugar
• 120 ml Vegetable oil
• 2 unit Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 100 gram Walnuts
• 150 gram Cream cheese
• 50 gram Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Grate the carrots.
3. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
6. Fold in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts.
7. Spoon the batter into a muffin tin lined with cupcake liners.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the muffins to cool for 10 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.
11. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled muffins.
12. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.