6 Moist, Marvelous Muffins

Pear and Walnut Muffins

The salty, crunchy nuts complement the sweet pears perfectly. For optimal flavor, use Anjou or Bartlett pears and turbinado sugar.

Recipe: Pear and Walnut Muffins

Whole Wheat, Oatmeal, and Raisin Muffins

Ramp up your fiber intake with these delicious muffins, which feature a hearty combination of wheat germ, whole wheat flour, wheat bran, and quick-cooking oats. Dates, raisins, and cranberries add just a touch of sweet and tart flavors. Pair with a glass of skim milk for a filling breakfast treat.

Recipe: Whole Wheat, Oatmeal, and Raisin Muffins

Blueberry Power Muffins with Almond Streusel

Jump-start your morning with these muffins, packed with B vitamins, calcium, antioxidants, and heart-healthy fats. We've made them healthier by incorporating whole wheat flour, oats, and low-fat yogurt and milk. Try substituting other berries or bananas for even more flavor combinations.

Recipe: Blueberry Power Muffins with Almond Streusel

Cranberry-Orange Muffins

Pair tart dried cranberries with sweet grated orange rind for an irresistible muffin that's perfect for a quick, on-the-go snack.

Recipe: Cranberry-Orange Muffins

Whole-Grain Blackberry Spice Muffins

Whole-grain oats add nutritional "oomph" to this blackberry muffin recipe. We've called for apple-pie spice, but try experimenting with pumpkin-pie spice or plain cinnamon and nutmeg to make these muffins your own.

Recipe: Whole-Grain Blackberry Spice Muffins

Peanut Butter and Jelly Muffins

Kids are sure to love this twist on the classic PB&J sandwich. The peanut butter flavor is mild by design, but one reviewer suggests spooning the peanut butter on top of the muffins before baking instead of mixing into the batter for a more pronounced flavor.

Recipe: Peanut Butter and Jelly Muffins

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