Breakfast

Hidden Veggie Muffins

Sweet, fluffy muffins secretly packed with vegetables - even the pickiest eaters can't detect them!

Choking safety

Soften hard fruit/veg thoroughly and cut to the recommended size for the age shown.

Allergen info

Contains dairy (or alternatives if swapped).

Allergen info

Contains egg (ensure fully set for safety).

Allergen info

Contains gluten unless using GF alternatives.

Storage

Cool quickly. Refrigerate within 2 hours. Reheat until steaming hot. Defrost in the fridge/microwave and eat within 24 hours of defrosting.

Prep: 15mCook: 22mServes: 12 muffins2-3y

Mess Level

💦💧💧💧💧

Minimal Cleanup

Ingredients

IngredientsMethod

Portion ControlAdjust the portion size to match your toddler's appetite, offering small servings and allowing them to ask for more if still hungry.

Original Recipe

As written in recipe

x2.5

1 1/2 cups plain flour
1/2 cup oat flour (or ground oats)
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup grated carrot (finely grated)
1/2 cup grated zucchini (excess moisture squeezed out)
1/4 cup pureed sweet potato
2 large eggs
1/2 cup milk (any type)
1/3 cup melted butter or oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Muffin cases for lining

Frequently Asked Questions

Cost Breakdown

Plain flour£0.20

Oat flour£0.25

Brown sugar£0.15

Baking powder£0.05

Cinnamon£0.02

Carrot£0.20

Zucchini£0.30

Sweet potato£0.25

Eggs£0.40

Milk£0.15

Butter£0.25

Vanilla£0.10

Chocolate chips£0.30

Total Cost:£2.62

Nutrition Per Serving

145

Calories

Protein

22g

Carbs

Fat

Fiber

45% DV

Vitamin A

Safety Notes

Ensure muffins are cooled completely before serving
Check that chocolate chips (if used) are appropriate size for your child
Always supervise during eating
Cut muffins into smaller pieces for younger toddlers if needed

Chef's Tips

Grate vegetables as finely as possible - they should almost disappear into the batter
Squeeze ALL moisture from zucchini or muffins will be soggy
These freeze beautifully - make a double batch for busy mornings
Don't tell picky eaters about the vegetables until after they've eaten them!
Serve slightly warm with butter for extra appeal

For Picky Eaters

Single Vegetable

Start with just carrot if multiple vegetables seem overwhelming

Extra Sweet

Add a bit more brown sugar or try maple syrup for very picky eaters

Chocolate Version

Add cocoa powder and extra chocolate chips for dessert-like appeal

Fruit Addition

Mix in grated apple or mashed banana for familiar flavors