Carrot Cake Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the delightful taste of Carrot Cake Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting! These moist, spiced muffins are packed with fresh grated carrots and warm spices, making them a perfect treat for brunch or dessert. Topped with a rich cream cheese frosting, they offer a tangy sweetness that perfectly complements the earthy flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy morning at home, these muffins promise deliciousness in every bite. With their easy preparation and versatile serving options, you’ll find yourself reaching for these treats time and time again.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 1 ½ cups grated carrots
- For the frosting: cream cheese, unsalted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another large bowl, beat together the eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in grated carrots.
- Divide the batter among muffin cups (about ⅔ full) and bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool before frosting with cream cheese mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg