PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CARROT MUFFINS

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Surprise! These delicious muffins have the flavor of carrot cake with pineapple upside down cake tops.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple slice, drained
1 cup Gold Medal™ whole wheat flour
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 egg white
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1 cup finely grated carrot (1 large)
3/4 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 12 muffin cups, 2 3/4x1 3/8 inches, with cooking spray.
  • Pat 1 teaspoon brown sugar in bottom of each muffin cup. Divide nuts evenly among muffin cups. Stack pineapple slices; cut stack into 6 wedges (24 pieces). Place 2 pineapple pieces in each muffin cup.
  • Stir together flours, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt in medium bowl. Mix egg, egg white, 3/4 cup brown sugar, the oil and vanilla in large bowl, using fork or wire whisk. Stir in crushed pineapple. Stir in flour mixture, carrot and raisins, using spoon, just until moistened. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Loosen edges immediately; turn muffins out onto cookie sheet. Cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 210 mg

Joan Salvame
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I'll definitely be making these muffins again. They're perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack.


samuel mugemi
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These muffins are so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of pineapple and carrot.


Ghulam Shabir
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I've made these muffins several times and they're always a hit. I love that I can make them ahead of time and they still taste fresh the next day.


John Wadih
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These muffins are a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet pineapple flavor and didn't even notice the carrots.


Zeshan Shah
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I'm not a big fan of pineapple, but I really enjoyed these muffins. The carrot flavor is dominant, and the pineapple adds a nice sweetness.


Mian Noman
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I made these muffins for a brunch party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the presentation.


Edwardo Rivera
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These muffins are delicious! The pineapple and carrot give them a unique flavor that I really enjoyed. They're also very moist and fluffy.


jayden waine
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I was skeptical about the pineapple and carrot combination, but I was pleasantly surprised. The muffins are moist and flavorful, with a nice balance of sweetness and tartness. I'll definitely be making these again!


Gifty Selassie
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These muffins are so easy to make and they turn out perfect every time. I love that I can use ingredients that I already have on hand. They're also a great way to use up leftover pineapple and carrots.


yolanda andersen
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I absolutely love these muffins! They're moist, flavorful, and have the perfect balance of sweetness. The pineapple and carrot combination is unique and delicious, and the upside-down presentation is beautiful. I've made them several times and they'r