Description
Moist turnip muffins are a unique and flavorful treat with warm spices, natural sweetness, and a tender crumb. Perfect for breakfast or snacks, these muffins are easy to make and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup grated turnip (peeled and finely shredded)
- ½ cup milk or buttermilk
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare for Baking
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly. - Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. - Combine the Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. - Add the Turnip
Stir the grated turnip into the wet mixture to enhance moisture. - Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Stir gently until just combined—do not overmix. - Fold in Optional Additions
If using nuts or dried fruit, fold them into the batter. - Fill and Bake
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. - Cool and Enjoy
Allow muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Spiced Ginger Turnip Muffins – Add ½ teaspoon ground ginger and a pinch of cloves.
- Turnip and Apple Muffins – Replace half the grated turnip with grated apple.
- Turnip Muffins with a Streusel Topping – Top with a mixture of brown sugar, butter, and oats.
- Dairy-Free Option – Use almond or oat milk instead of regular milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-22 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods, Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: turnip muffins, moist muffins, healthy muffins, vegetable muffins, spiced muffins