Morning Glory Muffins

Name: Morning Glory Muffins
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2 dozen
Ingredients: 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1-1/4 cups sugar; 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 eggs; 3/4 cup applesauce; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups grated carrots; 1 medium tart apple, peeled and grated; 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained; 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Total Time Prep: 25 min. Bake: 20 min. + coolong

Yield 2 dozen

Test Kitchen Approved

Moisture-rich and loaded with hearty goodies, this morning glory recipe is a healthier muffin option. As a bonus, this is a foolproof recipe that's quick and easy to make and stores exceptionally well. Serve warm with butter, or keep some on hand to grab in a pinch.

Ingredients

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 cups sugar
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
3/4 cup applesauce
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups grated carrots
1 medium tart apple, peeled and grated
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In another bowl, combine the eggs, applesauce, oil and vanilla. Stir in carrots, apple, pineapple, coconut, raisins and nuts.
Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 20-24 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 188 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 171mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

"These moist muffins are chock-full of goodies like coconut, apple, pineapple, carrots and nuts," relates Evelyn Winchester of Hilton, New York. "They're delicious for breakfast or lunch. I get many requests for the recipe."

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