Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients.
Add shredded carrots and applesauce.
In a separate small bowl, combine milk, eggs, and vanilla.
Fold in milk mixture to large bowl of ingredients and then stir in dried fruit.
Fill muffin cups with liners.
Using an ice cream scoop, scoop batter into each cup, filling 3/4 to the top.
Bake for 15-20 minutes.