Zucchini Muffins

Zucchini Muffins

These moist and delicious zucchini muffins are packed with grated zucchini, spices, and a hint of sweetness.

Ingredients

  • Walnuts - 1/2 cup, chopped (optional)
  • Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
  • Granulated sugar - 1 cup
  • Vegetable oil - 1/2 cup
  • Eggs - 2
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Nutmeg - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
  • Baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Baking powder - 2 teaspoons
  • All - purpose flour - 2 cups
  • Zucchini - 2 cups, grated

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, sugar, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the chopped walnuts, if using.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  7. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Serve and enjoy!

Dietary Information

Dish Type: Dessert • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 25 minutes • Calories: 180 • Fat: 8g • Carbs: 25g • Protein: 3g • Sodium: 200mg • Sugar: 12g