Morning Glory Muffins.

Since Sydney has decided shes not eating anymore I had to think of ways to pack in the fruits, veggies, and whole grains for when she does eat. These are perfect for that and good for adults too.

3/4c all purpose flour
1/2c whole wheat flour
1/2c brown sugar
2 tea. cinnamon
1 tea. baking powder
pinch of fine salt
2 large eggs
1/2c vegetable oil
1 1/2c carrots, grated (about 2 carrots)
1/2c crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 c raisins
1/4c applesauce.
2 tbl wheat germ

Preheat to 350
Whisk flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. In another bowl whisk eggs, vegetable oil, and applesauce. Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients with a spatula. Stir in carrots, pineapple, and raisins until evenly moist. Fill 12 muffin cups and bake for about 30 min.

Notes:

* The applesauce replaces half of the oil so if you omit it, then replace it with oil.
* The 1/2c of raisins can be replaced with 1/2c extra of carrots if you like. Or crasins, dates, or dried cherries.
* I soak my dried fruit in hot water for about 15 min. before adding it to the batter. It makes them plump and juicy.

Enjoy.