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A Botanical Bake: Elderflower Zucchini & Carrot Muffins with Balsamic Cream Cheese Icing

Some bakes whisper “rustic.” Others shout “refined.” This one? It sings.

Our Elderflower Zucchini & Carrot Muffins with Balsamic Cream Cheese Icing bring a garden-to-table glow to your kitchen, infusing delicate florals, warm spice, and earthy sweetness into one sophisticated little package. They’re the perfect fusion of comfort and elegance—ideal for brunches, gift baskets, or, let’s be honest, sneaking one with your morning coffee in a sunlit corner of your kitchen.

Why This Recipe Works Like a Charm

At first glance, this might seem like just another veggie muffin, but let’s not underestimate the power of exceptional ingredients. The magic lies in the details:

ELDERFLOWER ZUCCHINI & CARROT MUFFINS WITH BALSAMIC CREAM CHEESE ICING

These moist and aromatic muffins blend the earthiness of zucchini and carrot with the floral sweetness of Bodacious Elderflower White Balsamic and a hint of warm spice. Finished with a tangy-sweet balsamic cream cheese icing, they’re a garden-fresh twist on a classic treat—perfect for brunches, tea time, or anytime you want to impress with a little botanical charm.
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Course Breakfast, Dessert

Ingredients
  

Muffins

  • 1 ½ cups flour
  • 1 cup finely grated zucchini
  • ½ cup Bodacious Walnut Oil + extra to grease pan
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp Bodacious Elderflower White Balsamic
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp cloves
  • ¼ tsp allspice
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 cup hot water

Frosting

  • ½ cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • ½ cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 tbsp Bodacious Elderflower White Balsamic

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a muffin pan with Bodacious Walnut Oil.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, allspice, and cloves.Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the Walnut Oil, eggs, ginger, and Bodacious Elderflower White Balsamic until well combined. Stir in the grated carrot and zucchini.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the hot water. Stir until just incorporated be careful not to over mix.
  • Divide the batter evenly into the prepared muffin pan. Bake for about 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Transfer muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Using a mixer or whisk, cream together the butter and cream cheese until smooth.Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until fully incorporated and smooth. Stir in the Elderflower Balsamic, adjusting the amount to reach your desired consistency.
  • Once the muffins have cooled completely, frost them with the Elderflower Balsamic frosting. Enjoy!

Notes

Make the Most of Your Oils & Vinegars
Our handcrafted Walnut Oil from France is made following the strict 150 year-old French traditional methods; slowly roasted to perfection, then expeller-pressed and lightly filtered. Extracted from English walnuts, a.k.a. Persian walnuts, our walnut oil is cholesterol-free and rich in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids.
  • Drizzle over creamy summer or winter squash soup before serving.
  • Drizzle over spaghetti squash and top with crumbled goat cheese.
  • For a nutty and rich flavor, substitute 1/4 of the oil called for in your favorite olive oil cake recipes with Walnut oil.
Elderflower Balsamic is a distinctive condiment that marries the delicate essence of elderflowers with the boldness of balsamic vinegar. Its captivating taste and versatility in the kitchen makes it a sought-after ingredient for those seeking to elevate their culinary creations to a new height.
  • Excellent for quick pickled red onions and other blanched vegetables.
  • Combine with your favorite olive oil to marinate fish, chicken, or lamb before grilling.
  • For a quick appetizer, combine it with olive oil to marinate olives and feta cheese particularly delicious with a sprinkle of Turkish seasoning.
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Bodacious Walnut Oil

This isn’t your everyday oil. Our handcrafted Walnut Oil is made in France using a 150-year-old traditional method—slow-roasted to coax out its natural nuttiness, then expeller-pressed and lightly filtered for purity. The result is a rich, golden oil extracted from English (a.k.a. Persian) walnuts that’s as heart-healthy as it is flavor-packed. With cholesterol-free properties and a hefty dose of omega-3s, it’s not just delicious—it’s functional.

In these muffins, it adds a buttery, earthy undertone that enhances the sweetness of the carrots and zucchini and plays beautifully with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and clove.

Elderflower White Balsamic

Then, there’s our Elderflower Balsamic, the secret fairy dust. This fragrant vinegar captures the essence of spring in a bottle—floral, bright, and gently tangy. It not only lifts the flavor of the muffin itself but makes a surprising and delightful cameo in the cream cheese frosting, adding depth and complexity. It’s like your classic cream cheese icing grew up and studied abroad in the south of France.

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Make the Most of Your Oils & Vinegars

You’ve baked the muffins—bravo! But don’t let these luxe pantry staples gather dust. Here are a few ways to stretch their culinary legs:

Walnut Oil: The Unsung Hero

  • Drizzle it over velvety squash soups for a restaurant-worthy finish.

  • Toss it with roasted spaghetti squash and crumble goat cheese on top.

  • Swap it in: Use walnut oil for 1/4 of the oil in your favorite olive oil cake recipe for a nutty twist that surprises and delights.

Elderflower Balsamic: Sweet, Tangy, Floral Flair

  • Quick-pickle red onions for a floral, vibrant garnish.

  • Marinate fish or chicken with olive oil + elderflower balsamic + fresh herbs before grilling.

  • Marinate olives and feta for a quick app—just add Turkish seasoning and a good crusty baguette.

Need a ratio refresher? Here’s how to master your mixology in the kitchen:

  • Dressings: 1 part vinegar + 2 parts oil + 1 part seasoning

  • Marinades: 3 parts vinegar + 2 parts oil + 1 part seasoning

  • Dips: 1 part vinegar + 1 part oil (great with warm bread or raw veggies)

Bring It All Together

Whether you’re whipping up these muffins for a morning treat or diving deeper into your oil-and-vinegar adventure, remember this: quality ingredients make everyday moments feel extraordinary. That’s the beauty of cooking with intention—and a little elderflower magic.

So go ahead. Bake the muffins. Swirl the icing. Drizzle that golden walnut oil with flair. You’re not just cooking—you’re creating experiences.

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