Description
Morning glory muffins from Barefoot Contessa embody wholesome breakfast comfort with rich carrot, apple, and coconut flavors. Home bakers appreciate this hearty recipe’s balanced sweetness and satisfying texture that ensures delightful morning indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ cups (540 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 ¼ cups (250 g) sugar
- 2 cups (480 g) grated carrots, unpeeled and grated on box grater
- 1 cup (240 ml) vegetable oil
- 3 extra-large eggs
- 1 Granny Smith apple, unpeeled and grated on box grater
- ½ cup (60 g) pecans, roughly chopped
- ½ cup (40 g) sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup (80 g) raisins
- 1 (8 oz / 225 g) can crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsps baking soda
- 2 tsps pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preparation: Position oven racks equally and preheat to 350°F. Line two 12-cup muffin pans with paper liners.
- Wet Mixture: Whisk eggs, oil, and vanilla until thoroughly combined. Incorporate pineapple, pecans, coconut, carrots, and raisins into the liquid base.
- Dry Ingredients: Sift flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Create a central well and pour wet ingredients into dry components.
- Mixing Technique: Gently fold ingredients with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined, maintaining a delicate muffin consistency. Avoid aggressive stirring to prevent tough texture.
- Portioning and Baking: Utilize an ice cream scoop to distribute batter evenly, filling muffin cups approximately two-thirds full. Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, rotating pans midway to ensure uniform browning.
- Doneness Check: Verify muffins are fully cooked by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge completely clean without any wet batter.
- Cooling Process: Allow muffins to rest in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling. This prevents continued cooking and maintains optimal moisture.
- Serving Suggestion: Enjoy muffins warm or at room temperature to experience the most vibrant flavors and tender crumb.
Notes
- Prep Like a Pro: Line muffin cups with paper liners evenly to prevent sticking and ensure uniform baking.
- Mixing Magic: Fold wet ingredients gently to maintain a light, tender texture and prevent overmixing, which can make muffins tough.
- Baking Brilliance: Use an ice cream scoop for perfectly portioned, consistent muffins that bake evenly.
- Cooling Countdown: Let muffins rest in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to prevent crumbling and maintain shape.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg