Apple Carrot Muffins
Prep Time: 15 min
Total Time: 45 min
Serves: 12
These Apple Carrot Muffins are a cozy and wholesome treat for fall! Made with fresh grated carrots, applesauce, and warm cinnamon, they’re soft, lightly sweet, and full of flavor. The recipe is gluten-free and vegan, using flax eggs and nut milk to keep everything moist and delicious — no dairy or eggs needed.
They make a great snack or breakfast on a cool morning, and your kitchen will smell amazing while they bake. Enjoy them with a cup of tea or warm apple cider for the perfect seasonal treat.
Base Ingredients:
2 Tbsp flaxseed meal (to make flax egg)
2 Tbsp water (to make flax egg)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup mashed very ripe banana
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp sea salt
1 ½ tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup nut milk (almond, oat)
1 cup grated carrot
2/3 cup gluten-free rolled oats
1 cup gluten free flour blend
Instructions:
Step 1: Make the Flax Eggs
In a large mixing bowl, add flaxseed meal and water.
Stir them together.
Let the mixture sit for a few minutes until it thickens.
Step 2: Preheat the Oven
Turn your oven on to 375°F
Let it heat up while you prepare the batter.
Step 3: Prepare the Muffin Pan
Place paper liners in each muffin cup.
OR lightly grease the muffin cups with oil or butter so nothing sticks.
Step 4: Mix the Wet Ingredients
To your flax egg bowl, add:
Mashed banana
Agave or maple syrup
Olive oil
Use a whisk or spoon to mix until smooth.
Step 5: Add More Flavor
Add these ingredients next:
Applesauce
Brown sugar
Baking soda
Salt
Cinnamon
Whisk everything together again.
Step 6: Add the Milk
Pour in the nut milk
Stir gently until mixed.
Step 7: Add the Carrots
Add the grated carrot last.
Stir with a spoon or spatula until it looks evenly mixed.
Step 8: Bake the Muffins
Spoon the batter evenly into each muffin cup.
Place the muffin pan in the oven.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Carefully remove from the oven and let them cool before eating.
