Breakfast | Desserts | Snacks
Banana & Carrot Muffins
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Nut Free|Vegetarian

Soft, naturally sweet muffins packed with banana and carrot. Perfect for little snack breaks or to pop into a lunchbox!

Time

20-30 Minutes

Storage

Store in a fridge
Freezer-friendly

Servings

6 to 8 mini muffins

Time

20-30 Minutes

Storage

Store in a fridge
Freezer-friendly

Servings

6 to 8 mini muffins

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Ingredients

7.6 oz Banana (about 2 small)
4 oz Cooked carrot (about 2 small)
3.5 oz Spelt flour
1.5 tsp Baking powder
2 medium Eggs
A handful Chocolate chips (optional)
215g Banana (about 2 small)
115g Cooked carrot (about 2 small)
100g Spelt flour
1.5 tsp Baking powder
2 medium Eggs
A handful Chocolate chips (optional)

Recipe Tips

Chocolate chips should only be added for children aged 2 years and older

 

Method

  • 1
    Mash the bananas and cooked carrots in a large bowl until smooth
  • 2
    Add the eggs, flour, and baking powder, then mix until well combined
  • 3
    Lightly grease a muffin tray or use silicone cases
  • 4
    Divide the batter into muffin tray
  • 5
    If using, sprinkle chocolate chips on top
  • 6
    Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
  • 7
    If using a regular muffin tin, increase the baking time to 20 to 25 minutes
  • 8
    Let cool before serving
  • 9
    Buon appetito!
  • Storage

    Store cooled muffins in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days

    To freeze, place them individually on a tray, then transfer them to a freezer bag once frozen for up to 3 months

    To reheat, warm them in a pan or microwave until heated through

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