WHOLE WHEAT CARROT MUFFINS

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Kristine Couture of Farnham, Quebec starts the day in a healthy way with these scrumptious carrot muffins. Extras make a guilt-free afternoon pick-me-up with coffee.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 6 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup reduced-fat spreadable margarine
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons beaten egg
3/4 cup grated carrots
1/4 cup raisins

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a small bowl, beat the margarine, orange juice and egg on medium speed for 1 minute (mixture will not be smooth). Stir into dry ingredients just until blended. Fold in carrots and raisins., Coat muffin cups with cooking spray or use paper liners; fill half full with batter. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.