Fluffy muffins bursting with shredded carrots, sharp Cheddar, and pizza seasonings for a flavorful bite.
# Components:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 cup grated carrots
→ Cheese
02 - 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
→ Dry Ingredients
03 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
→ Wet Ingredients
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1/2 cup whole milk
11 - 1/3 cup olive oil
12 - 1/4 cup pizza sauce
→ Extras
13 - 1/4 cup chopped black olives (optional)
14 - 1/4 cup diced pepperoni or vegetarian alternative (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Set oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, oregano, and basil.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk eggs. Stir in milk, olive oil, and pizza sauce until smooth.
04 - Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
05 - Add grated carrots, shredded Cheddar, black olives, and pepperoni if using. Stir lightly to evenly distribute.
06 - Spoon batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups.
07 - Bake for 20 to 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
08 - Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
