Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded carrot
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini
  • 1 cup chopped peeled apple
  • 3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • 2 teaspoons grated orange zest
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/4 cups sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3/4 cup canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

  • Gently toss together carrot, zucchini, apple, coconut, almonds and orange zest; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda and salt. Combine eggs, oil and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened (batter will be thick).
  • Fold in carrot mixture. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full.
  • Bake at 375° for 20-22 minutes or until muffins test done. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack.