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Carrot, Apple and Ricotta Muffins

This muffins are inspired by the classical carrot cake, but it brings a plus by adding the cheese which gives a rich and different taste.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Servings: 6 muffins

Ingredients

  • 3 oz All Purpose Flour
  • 2.5 oz Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • Pinch of Salt
  • 3 tablespoons Walnuts
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 oz Canola or Peanut Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 3 oz Carrots
  • 1 Apple
  • 3 oz Ricotta Cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 360°F.
  • Chop the walnuts.
  • Combine all the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and walnuts) in a bowl.
  • Combine the wet ingredients (egg, oil and vanilla extract) in another bowl.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ones and stir only 3-4 times.
  • Grate the carrots and apple and add to the rest of the ingredients.
  • Line a muffin tray with paper or use silicone molds.
  • Place 1 large tablespoon of muffin mixture to each cup.
  • Add 1 teaspoon ricotta cheese.
  • Divide the remaining mixture into 6 equal portions and cover the cheese.
  • Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven.