Whole Grain Carrot Coconut Morning Glory Muffins

Morning Glory Muffins were created in the 1970s by Chef Pam McKinstry for her Morning Glory Café on Nantucket Island, Massachusetts. They were named after the morning glory flower due to their vibrant and colorful ingredients.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Whole Grain Carrot Coconut Morning Glory Muffins

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Healthy Courses: Baked Goods, Breakfast Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

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

Servings

• 1.5 cup Whole wheat flour
• 1 cup Rolled oats
• 1 cup Shredded coconut
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Carrots, grated
• 1 cup Apple, grated
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 0.5 cup Walnuts, chopped
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil, melted
• 0.25 cup Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Almond milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, shredded coconut, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the grated carrots, grated apple, raisins, and chopped walnuts.
4. Add the coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond milk to the carrot mixture and stir well.
5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Enjoy the muffins warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 24g8%

Sugars 10g

Protein 4g8%

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