FROSTED CARROT MINI MUFFINS
These delicate muffins, developed by the Country Woman home economists, feature the sweet goodness of carrots and coconut topped with rich, citrusy frosting. Young and old alike will love them and definitely ask for seconds...and thirds.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, carrots and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture just until combined. Stir in coconut. , Fill greased or paper-lined miniature muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 400° for 12-14 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, in a small bowl, cream the butter, confectioners' sugar, orange zest and juice until light and fluffy; add enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Frost muffins.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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Carissa Harris
[email protected]These muffins were the perfect way to use up some leftover carrots. They were easy to make and tasted great!
Ahmed Md
[email protected]These muffins were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would use less sugar next time.
Imran Ahammed
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of carrot cake, but these muffins were actually really good! The frosting was especially delicious.
Avinash Mobile
[email protected]These muffins were a bit bland. I think I would add some more spices next time.
Jahangir Hadi
[email protected]These muffins were amazing! I loved the combination of carrots and cream cheese. They were the perfect treat for my morning coffee.
Srijana Ghatane
[email protected]These muffins were a bit too dense for my taste. I think I would add some more baking powder next time.
Prince Tshabalala
[email protected]I loved these muffins! They were so moist and flavorful. I especially liked the cream cheese frosting.
Charmaine Jaftha
[email protected]These muffins were a bit dry, but the frosting helped to make them more moist. Overall, they were still pretty good.
tchassanti taofik
[email protected]These muffins were easy to make and tasted great! I will definitely be making them again.
Julia Rozalska
[email protected]I made these muffins for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The frosting was especially popular.
Alisha liah
[email protected]These muffins were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still very good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.
Janice Moir
[email protected]I've made these muffins several times now and they are always a hit! They are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I love that I can sneak some veggies into my kids' diet without them even noticing.
Z ali
[email protected]These frosted carrot mini muffins were a delightful treat! They were moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch, adding a creamy and tangy flavor that complemented the