Lunch Box Muffins

Lunch Box Muffins recipe pinit

Muffins were originally called ‘muffin cakes’ and were made without a muffin tin, resulting in a flatter shape.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins
Servings: 12 Calories: 2160
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin or line with muffin liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg, milk, and vegetable oil together. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  4. Fold in the grated carrots, zucchini, cheddar cheese, and green onions.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  7. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Once cooled, pack the muffins in a lunch box or store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 180kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g13%
Total Carbohydrate 23g8%
Sugars 10g
Protein 5g10%

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

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