MORNING MAGIC MUFFINS!

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Make and share this Morning Magic Muffins! recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lrl418

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 55m

Yield 18 standard sized muffins, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup pecans or 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
2 cups grated raw carrots (about 2-3 peeled carrots)
1 large apple, peeled and grated
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 cup shredded coconut (i use unsweetened)
3 large eggs
3/4 cup canola oil
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar (powdered or icing)
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) and place rack in center of oven. Place paper liners in 18 muffin cups.
  • Toast the pecans or walnuts for about 8 minutes or until lightly browned and fragrant. Let cool and then chop coarsely.
  • Peel and finely grate the carrots and apple. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir in the nuts and coconut. Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl whisk together the eggs, oil, and vanilla extract.
  • Fold the wet ingredients, along with the grated carrot and apple, into the flour mixture, stirring just until moistened. Evenly divide the batter between the prepared muffin cups and bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack.
  • After about 10 minutes remove the muffins from the pans and cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
  • Makes 18 standard-sized muffins.
  • Frosting:
  • Beat the butter and cream cheese until very smooth with no lumps.
  • Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until fully incorporated and smooth.
  • Beat in the vanilla extract.
  • Place a dollop of the cream cheese frosting on the top of each muffin.

Aliz gamer
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These muffins are a great way to use up overripe bananas. They're also a delicious and healthy snack.


lily west
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I've made these muffins several times and they're always a hit. They're a delicious and easy way to start the day.


Giphan Canivil
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These muffins are the perfect size for a grab-and-go breakfast or snack. They're also great for packing in school lunches.


CLINTON ADZIVOR BOBOBI (KOJO QUENCY)
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I love the streusel topping on these muffins. It adds a nice crunch and sweetness.


Ivenildo martin
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These muffins are a great way to use up leftover bananas. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat more fruit.


Justice Voke
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I made these muffins with gluten-free flour and they turned out great! They're a delicious and healthy option for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.


Mariam Muhammad
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These muffins are so easy to make, even a beginner baker can handle them. They're also very forgiving, so don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients.


ngcali simphiwe
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I added a handful of chopped walnuts to the batter and they turned out delicious. I highly recommend trying this variation.


Umar Bhai
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I'm not a fan of cinnamon, so I omitted it from the recipe. The muffins still turned out great!


Shelice Dennis
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These muffins are a great way to start the day. They're filling and delicious, and they give me a boost of energy.


DK Roman Vai
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I made these muffins for my kids and they loved them! They're so easy to make and they're a healthy snack.


Kill er
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I followed the recipe exactly and my muffins turned out perfect! They're so moist and flavorful. I love the streusel topping.


Ekram Miah.
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These muffins were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add a little more milk next time.


Taha Naeem
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I'm not a big fan of muffins, but these were really good. They're not too sweet and they have a nice texture. I'll definitely be making them again.


Gloria Nzoma
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I made these muffins for a brunch party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.


Palamu Sherpa
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These muffins were a hit with my family! They're moist and fluffy, with a delicious hint of cinnamon. I'll definitely be making them again.