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Healthy Morning Glory Muffins

Healthy Morning Glory Muffins

These Healthy Morning Glory Muffins are packed with whole grains, fruits, and nuts for a wholesome breakfast option.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • muffin tin

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups white whole wheat flour
  • ¼ cup wheat germ
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • teaspoon ground nutmeg

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup raw unfiltered honey Can reduce by 2–3 tablespoons for less sweetness.
  • cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

Fruits and Textures

  • 2 cups finely grated carrots (about 3–4 medium)
  • 1 cup grated apple (keeping the peel on for color and fiber)
  • ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut Optional, can omit if desired.
  • ½ cup pecan pieces Can substitute with walnuts.
  • 1 cup raisins Can swap half with chopped dried apricots.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (moderate temperature). Line or grease a muffin tin.
  • In one bowl, whisk together the white whole wheat flour, wheat germ, baking soda, kosher salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and ground nutmeg.
  • In a separate larger bowl, beat the eggs until just combined. Then stir in the raw honey, extra virgin olive oil, vanilla extract, and orange zest until the mixture is homogenous.
  • Fold the grated carrots and grated apple into the wet mixture. Then add the shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and raisins.
  • Introduce the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and fold gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.
  • Let the batter rest for 5 minutes if you want a lighter muffin top before filling the tins.

Baking

  • Spoon the batter into the lined or greased muffin tin, filling each cup approximately three-quarters full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 18–22 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.

Cooling & Storage

  • Let the muffins cool completely on a rack before transferring them to an airtight container.
  • Muffins stay fresh at room temperature for a couple of days. After that, freeze the muffins in a single layer on a sheet pan, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to two months.
  • Reheat from frozen in a 325°F oven until warmed through or microwave for 20–30 seconds.

Notes

Shred the apple finely to prevent moisture pockets. Tossing nuts and raisins in flour can help keep them suspended in the muffin batter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
Keyword breakfast, Fruits, Healthy Morning Glory Muffins, muffins, Nuts, Whole Grains
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