Name: Small Batch Banana Carrot Muffins
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 muffins
Cuisine: American

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Small Batch Banana Carrot Muffins

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line a muffin tin with 6 parchment liners spaced apart.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices. Set aside.

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter and sugars for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.

Mix in the egg and vanilla until fully combined. Scrape down the bowl as needed.

Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.

Lastly, gently fold in the mashed banana, grated carrots, and chopped pecans.

Divide the batter between the 6 parchment liners. I used a 3 tablespoon cookie scoop to portion it and leave the batter domed on top. (See photo above)

Sprinkle each muffin with turbinado sugar and more chopped pecans.

Bake the muffins for 5 minutes, then turn the oven temperature down 10 350 degrees F and bake for an additional 18-20 minutes.

Allow muffins to cool completely in the pan before removing.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Use Overripe Bananas 🍌
Choose bananas with brown spots or a mostly brown peel—they're sweeter and more flavorful, reducing the need for extra sugar and creating superior moisture in your muffins.
Grate Carrots Just Before Mixing 🥕
Grate carrots immediately before folding into the batter to preserve their moisture and prevent excess liquid from making the batter too wet.
Toast Your Pecans First 🥜
Lightly toast chopped pecans in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before adding to unlock their rich, nutty flavor and prevent them from becoming soggy during baking.
Don't Overmix the Batter 🥄
Mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined—overmixing develops gluten and results in dense, tough muffins instead of the light, tender texture you want.
Fill Cups Strategically 🧁
For high-domed bakery-style muffins, fill cups to the brim and place a small oven-safe cup of water in the oven during baking to create steam that encourages upward rise.

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Hi! I'm Sloane, welcome to Sloane’s Table! I am a Dartmouth College alumna, professional baker, recipe developer, and food photographer. Here, you will find tried & true bakery-worthy recipes ranging from simple sweets to technical pastries. Whether you are looking to challenge yourself and improve your baking skills or just want an easy, trust-worthy recipe, you're in the right place.

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