Carrot Oatmeal Cake Muffins with Cozy Homemade Flavor
Hearty and wholesome Easy One-Bowl Carrot Oatmeal Muffins made with shredded carrots, oats, and warm cinnamon. Perfect for quick breakfasts or cozy snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
Ingredients
⅓ cup neutral oil
½ cup brown sugar
1 large egg
¾ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
1½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup finely grated carrots
Optional:
¼ cup chopped walnuts or raisins
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line or grease a muffin tin.
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In a large bowl, whisk together oil, brown sugar, egg, milk, and vanilla.
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Add oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to combine.
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Fold in carrots and any optional add-ins.
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Divide batter into 10–12 muffin cups.
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Bake 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool in pan 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Use freshly grated carrots for best moisture. Store in an airtight container or freeze for longer shelf life.