Healthy Carrot Cake Muffins

• egg3
• greek yogurt½ cup
• maple syrup6 oz
• milk4 tbsp
• vanilla extract1 teaspoon
• carrot2
• whole wheat flour7 oz
• baking powder1 ¾ teaspoon
• ground cinnamon1 ½ teaspoon
• light cream cheese8 oz
• maple syrup3 oz
• vanilla extract1 teaspoon

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Add in the Greek yogurt and whisk again until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.

4. 4

   Pour in the maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Beat the mixture again until smooth.

6. 6

   Add the shredded carrots, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and cinnamon over the wet ingredients.

7. 7

   Using a rubber spatula, fold the wet and dry ingredients together just until combined.

8. 8

   Using a medium ice cream scoop, portion the batter into a greased 12-cup muffin tin.

9. 9

   Bake for 20 minutes, until the muffins have risen and set.

10. 10

    For the frosting, beat the cream cheese in a small bowl until smooth.

11. 11

    Add in the maple syrup and vanilla and beat again until the mixture is well combined.

12. 12

    Once the muffins have cooled, use a small ice cream scoop to spoon a bit of the frosting on top of the muffins.

13. 13

    Gently tap the muffins on the counter to smooth out the layer of frosting on top.

14. 14

    Enjoy!