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morning glory muffins

The Ultimate Morning Glory Muffins Recipe: A Wholesome Breakfast Delight


  • Author: David Andersson
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 1012 muffins 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

When people first hear the name, they often wonder what makes this specific treat so glorious. At its heart, the morning glory muffins recipe is a nutrient-dense, spice-infused muffin that utilizes a wide array of grated and chopped ingredients. Unlike a standard blueberry muffin that relies on one primary fruit, the morning glory version is famous for its inclusivity. It usually features a base of carrots and apples, which provide natural sweetness and an incredible amount of moisture.


Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup sugar (brown or white)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • ½ cup grated apple
  • ¼ cup raisins
  • ¼ cup crushed pineapple (drained)
  • ¼ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds, optional)
  • 2 tbsp shredded coconut (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare dry mix

  • In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

2. Prepare wet mix

  • In another bowl, whisk eggs, oil, and vanilla.

3. Combine

  • Add wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix gently.

4. Add fruits & veggies

  • Fold in carrots, apple, raisins, pineapple, nuts, and coconut.

5. Bake

  • Spoon batter into muffin cups.
  • Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes until golden.

6. Cool & serve

  • Let muffins cool before eating.

Notes

These Morning Glory Muffins are a wholesome and flavorful treat, perfect for breakfast or snacks. They are naturally sweet and moist, and you can easily customize them by adding extra nuts, seeds, or dried fruits for more texture and nutrition. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature for the best taste.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: ~210 kcal

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