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ABC Mini Muffins (Apple, Banana, Carrot) Recipe

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Delight in these wholesome ABC Mini Muffins featuring the natural sweetness of apple, banana, and carrot. Perfect as a nutritious snack or a quick breakfast, these mini muffins combine tender texture with warm cinnamon spice for a delicious treat the whole family will love.

  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 24 mini muffins

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ¾ cup very ripe mashed banana (around 2 medium bananas)
  • ½ cup peeled grated apple (1 small apple)
  • ⅓ cup grated carrot (around 1 medium carrot)
  • ¼ cup butter (melted and slightly cooled)
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla flavoring
  • ½ cup maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Combine dry ingredients: Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a large mixing bowl to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
  2. Mash banana: Peel and mash the ripe bananas thoroughly until smooth with no lumps remaining, ensuring even moisture throughout the batter.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, peeled grated apple, grated carrot, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until combined to create a flavorful wet mixture.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender and light.
  5. Prepare muffin tin: Grease a mini muffin tin using olive oil cooking spray to prevent sticking, then scoop the batter evenly into each cup using a mini cookie scoop for consistent sizing.
  6. Bake muffins: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the mini muffins for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
  7. Cool muffins: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes to set, then transfer them onto a wire cooling rack to cool completely before serving to preserve texture and avoid sogginess.

Notes

  • You can substitute maple syrup with honey if preferred.
  • Ensure bananas are very ripe for natural sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to prevent dense muffins.
  • Mini muffin tins result in small, bite-sized muffins perfect for snacks.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/abc-mini-muffins-apple-banana-carrot-recipe/