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Easy Hidden Veggie Muffins

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These Easy Hidden Veggie Muffins are a quick, kid-approved way to sneak vegetables into a moist, flavorful muffin perfect for picky eaters and busy mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (120g) whole wheat flour (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) plain yogurt (or dairy-free coconut yogurt for vegan option)
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini (excess moisture squeezed out)
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrot
  • Optional: 1/4 cup finely pureed pumpkin or sweet potato
  • Optional add-ins: 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or raisins
  • Optional add-ins: 1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  2. Shred zucchini and carrot. Squeeze out excess moisture from zucchini using a kitchen towel.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat eggs with yogurt, milk, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; a few lumps are fine.
  6. Fold in shredded zucchini and carrot. Add optional chocolate chips or nuts if using.
  7. Fill muffin cups about 2/3 full with batter.
  8. Bake for 18–22 minutes, checking at 18 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool muffins in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Squeeze out excess moisture from zucchini to avoid soggy muffins. Do not overmix batter to keep muffins tender. Use room temperature eggs and dairy for best texture. Baking time may vary slightly in humid conditions. Vegan adaptation: replace eggs with flax eggs and use plant-based yogurt and milk.

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