How to Make Apple Zucchini Muffins

Zucchini and muffins may not sound like the most appetizing mix, but this recipe (which includes sweet apples) is sure to convince you otherwise. Taste these muffins and you'll reconsider vegetable deserts. The process is simple, and the results are delicious!

EditIngredients

• self-raising flour
• brown sugar
• cinnamon
• 2 eggs lightly beaten
• cup vegetable oil
• vanilla extract
• apple peeled and grated
• zucchini peeled and grated

EditSteps

1. Preheat your oven to .
   
2. Combine all the dry ingredients. Add the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon into one large bowl.
   
3. Mix the dry ingredients. Ensure they're well combined before continuing.
   
4. Combine all the wet ingredients in a separate bowl. Add the eggs, oil, vanilla, apple, and zucchini in a different large bowl.
   
5. Mix the wet ingredients. Ensure they're well combined before continuing.
   
6. Combine both the dry and wet ingredient mixtures. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredient bowl.
   
7. Mix everything together until well smooth and combined.
   
8. Grease a muffin tray or use cupcake wrappers. Using cooking spray, oil, or butter to lightly grease each muffin tin. This will prevent sticking or use cupcake wrappers instead.
   
   • An alternative is to use cupcake wrappers.
9. Place the muffin batter into the muffin tins. Scoop even amounts of the batter into each muffin tin, making sure not to fill it to the top as the muffins will expand while baking.
   
10. Place the muffins into the oven. Bake for 20–25 minutes.
    
    • To ensure they're fully done, insert a toothpick into the center of one of the muffins. If it comes out clean without any residue, they're fully baked.
11. Finished. Remove the muffins from the oven when the muffins are done baking. Place the muffins on a plate to serve. If you wish, you can let them cool down for 5–10 minutes.
    

EditTips

• Store leftover muffins in a plastic bag or airtight container. Freeze them to prevent mold growth.
• Serve these muffins with a cup of tea or coffee for a tasty breakfast.

EditThings You'll Need

• Two large bowls
• Stirring utensil
• Muffin tray
• Cupcake wrappers (optional, alternative to greasing pan)
• Plastic bag/airtight container (to store)

EditSources and Citations

• http://www.kidspot.com.au/kitchen/recipes/apple-and-zucchini-muffins-2192

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