Description
Delicious and moist zucchini bread muffins made with grated zucchini, warm cinnamon, and a tender crumb. Perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast treat, these muffins are easy to prepare and packed with subtle sweetness and spice.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Main Ingredient
- 2 cups finely grated unpeeled zucchini
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. This will ensure even distribution of leavening agents and spices.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the oil until blended, then stir in the vanilla extract. This mixture will help bind the ingredients and add moisture.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. The batter will be thick and slightly dry, which is normal for zucchini muffins.
- Fold in Zucchini: Gently fold in the grated zucchini until evenly incorporated throughout the batter, distributing moisture and adding texture.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full to allow space for rising without overflow.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the muffins comes out clean, indicating doneness.
- Cool and Store: Let the muffins cool slightly before removing from the tin. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or wrap individually and refrigerate or freeze for up to 3 weeks. Reheat briefly before serving if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor and texture, add chocolate chips to the batter before baking.
- Ensure zucchini is finely grated to blend well into the batter and avoid excess moisture.
- Serve muffins warm with butter for a comforting treat.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 219 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 173 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg