Description
These Simply Zucchini Muffins are a delicious and nutritious treat that are perfect for breakfast or as a snack. Packed with shredded zucchini and warm spices, these moist muffins are a delightful way to enjoy the summer squash.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 and 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour (or mix of both), spooned & leveled
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup (67g) packed light or dark brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 Tablespoons (30ml) milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 and 3/4 cups (210g) shredded zucchini (no need to blot)*
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C) and prepare a muffin pan.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients. Set aside.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, sugars, eggs, vanilla, and milk. Stir in the shredded zucchini.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in any add-ins.
- Bake: Fill muffin liners with batter, sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired, and bake for 20–21 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and enjoy: Allow muffins to cool before serving or storing.
Notes
- You can customize these muffins by adding chocolate chips, nuts, or raisins to the batter.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to ensure tender muffins.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for extended freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Zucchini Muffins, Breakfast, Snack, Baking, Vegetarian, Healthy
