Carrot Raisin Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 cups flour
- 3 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 5 eggs
- 2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup applesauce
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 4 carrots, grated
- Frosting3 oz cream cheese
- 1 Tbs butter (or margarine)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
Directions
- Place the raisins in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar. Stir in oil, applesauce, and vanilla until combined.
- Drain the raisins and add to the bowl. Add the carrots and mix. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and stir just until moistened.
- Fill greased muffin tins 3/4 full. Bake at 350°F for 18 to 22 minutes until browned and fully baked.
- FrostingBeat the cream cheese, butter (or margarine), powdered sugar, and vanilla together until fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Frost muffins once they are fully cooled. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
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