Description
Learn how to make delicious and moist easy zucchini muffins from scratch. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, these muffins are a must-try recipe!
Ingredients
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- 2 large eggs (US), 2 (US customary) (280g) sugar (metric)
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) vanilla extract (US), 2 (US customary) tsp (metric)
- 3 cups (packed) grated fresh zucchini (US), 710 ml (metric)
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (US), 180 ml (metric)
- 2 3/4 cups (400g) all-purpose flour (US), 660 g (metric)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda (US), 5 ml (metric)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder (US), 5 ml (metric)
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) cinnamon (US), 2 (US customary) tsp (metric)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground ginger (US), 1 (US customary) tsp (metric)
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (US), 2.5 ml (metric)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (US), 1.25 ml (metric)
- 1 cup walnuts (optional) (US), 120 g (metric)
- 1 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional) (US), 150 g (metric)
Instructions
- Begin by setting your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin tray by greasing each compartment with butter or a spray of vegetable oil.
- Prepare the mixture: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs thoroughly. Add the sugar and vanilla extract, mixing well. Incorporate the grated zucchini and melted butter into the mix. In a different bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
- Combine the mixtures: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the zucchini blend, being careful not to over-mix. If desired, add walnuts, raisins, or cranberries at this point.
- Fill the muffin tray: Spoon the batter evenly into each muffin cup, making sure to fill them completely, slightly above the rim of the tray.
- Cook the muffins: Place the tray in the oven on the middle shelf and bake until the muffins achieve a golden color and spring back when lightly pressed, approximately 22 to 30 minutes. Use a toothpick or thin skewer to test if the centers are fully cooked. Allow the muffins to cool on a wire rack for about 5 minutes before removing them from the tray to cool for an additional 20 minutes. Enjoyed the muffins? Share your thoughts with a rating and review!
Notes
- Consider using whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- Enhance the flavor by adding a teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter.
- To prevent soggy muffins, make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the grated zucchini.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 334 kcal
- Fat: 13 g
- Protein: 5 g
Keywords: zucchini muffins, grated zucchini, cinnamon muffins, nutmeg flavor, walnut raisin muffins
