Thursday, December 13, 2012

Carrot Raisin Muffins

Sweet carrot - raisin muffins make wonderful breakfast treats.

Ingredients:
1 cup cake mix
1/2 cup carrots, shredded
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup sweet coconut flakes
1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp pumpkin spice
1/2 cup applesauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup nonfat yogurt
1 egg

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°.  Line the muffin tin with paper cup liner and set aside.
Combine cake mix, sugar, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice in a bowl.
In another bowl, combine egg, applesauce, oil, and nonfat yogurt in a Vitamix or any kind of blender, Turn the machine on. Process on medium speed until combined.
 
Add the wet mixture with the cake mix mixture. Use a spatula to mix well. Fold in the carrots, raisins, and coconut flakes.

Scoop this batter three quarters full into the prepared muffin tin liners. Bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool.

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