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Moist Zucchini Muffins

Moist Zucchini Muffins Bursting with Pineapple Goodness

These Moist Zucchini Muffins are filled with crushed pineapple and walnuts, making them a healthy and delicious breakfast option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffins
  • 1 cup grated zucchini packed
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts coarsely chopped or substitute with sunflower seeds
  • 2 large eggs for binding
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil can substitute with applesauce
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar can reduce to 1/2 cup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract real vanilla for best flavor
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free blend can be used
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon to taste
  • 1 pinch salt to enhance flavor

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, vegetable oil, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Fold in grated zucchini and drained pineapple until combined.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
  7. Fill each muffin cup 3/4 full with batter.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins freeze well, and you can reheat them for a quick snack.

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