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35 Must-Try Breakfast Muffins

Updated January 03, 2022
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Pumpkin Streusel Muffins
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There's just something about a pan of muffins fresh from the oven that makes everyone smile. Easy and delicious, muffins are the ultimate crowd-pleaser and make a perfect quick breakfast or snack. It's easy to get creative with muffins by adding fruit, nuts, fillings, or even going gluten-free with a few batches. No matter how delicious these muffins are, always remember to share! 

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Blueberry Pound Cake Muffins

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What's better than blueberry muffins? Blueberry pound cake muffins. These are sweet, fluffy, and rich, with a crispy caramelized top. The blueberries add color and flavor, and the lemon zest adds just enough tartness.

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Grapefruit Poppy Seed Muffins

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These delightfully tender, not-too-sweet muffins are a delicious twist on the classic lemon poppy seed combo. Grapefruit works exceptionally well in this context, as the flavor comes through delicately, without any of the citrus fruit's signature bitterness. And the flavors of both the star ingredients of the grapefruit-Champagne glaze shine through deliciously, truly setting these beauties apart, especially in terms of brunch-worthiness. After you've set aside a tablespoon for the muffins, simply use the rest of your bottle of Champagne (or you can also use Prosseco) to whip up a round of mimosas. 

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Roasted Strawberry-Rhubarb Muffins with Pistachio Streusel

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Featuring roasted strawberries and rhubarb, a delicate hint of cardamom, and a crisp pistachio streusel, these tender muffins say "spring" like no other. You can use frozen rhubarb when making these brunch-worthy muffins, just be sure to thaw fully and press out excess water with paper towels before roasting. Starting the oven at a higher temperature helps the muffins to brown and rise into a nice dome, and lowering it after 8 to 10 minutes allows them to finish cooking through. 

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Blueberry-Sour Cream Muffins

Blueberry Sour Cream Muffins
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When our crumbly-crisp topping meets the light, fluffy belly of this muffin, you'll swoon.

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Cinnamon Roll Muffins

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Yeasted cinnamon rolls take hours—and they'll set you back 500 calories and 11g saturated fat. Here, we transform the delicacy into a portable muffin that's packed with whole grains, ribboned with nutty streusel, and topped with a tart-sweet yogurt glaze. The best part? It's ready in only half an hour. You can keep any leftovers in an airtight container up to 4 days, or freeze up to 1 month—although we doubt they'll last that long.

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Apple-Pecan Streusel Muffins

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These muffins are simple enough to make with kids. Reheat by wrapping in foil and popping into a 325° oven for 15 minutes.

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Banana-Nut Muffins

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Pipe on a generous amount of cream cheese-honey filling into each muffin for an extra-special breakfast treat.

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Green Smoothie Muffins

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A whole package of spinach gives these banana muffins their green hue.

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Buckwheat Gingerbread Muffins

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Earthy buckwheat is blended with ginger, spices, molasses, and toasty-tasting brown rice flour to make an unexpectedly light muffin that's great with sour cream or butter. Be scrupulous in your timing with the food processor; "overprocessing buckwheat flour can make the muffins mushy," Medrich says. For more on the ingredients, see "Power Flours," below.

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Gluten-Free Vegan Banana Chocolate Pecan Muffins

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Waking up to an obnoxious alarm becomes slightly more bearable with dangerously fudgy muffins waiting in the kitchen. Dark chocolate, ripe banana, and pecans meld together perfectly to create rich, surprisingly healthy muffins that are perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast or take­-along snack. Dana Shultz, author of Minimalist Baker's Everyday Cooking, believes this chocolate lover's dream gluten-free recipe couldn't be any more perfect in terms of flavor combination. (Truth.) They're so soft and chewy, this may quickly become your go-to muffin method.

Banana Chocolate Pecan Muffins

Reprinted from Minimalist Baker's Everyday Cooking by arrangement with Avery, a member of Penguin Group (USA) LLC, a Penguin Random House Company. 

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Sticky-Bun Pumpkin Muffins

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Muffin cup capacity will vary depending on pan manufacturer. Yield may increase if smaller muffin cups are used.

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Pumpkin Streusel Muffins

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Pumpkins aren't just for carving! You choose—Make Pumpkin Streusel Muffins or loaves. For loaves, spoon batter into 2 greased 8- x 4-inch loaf pans, and bake 55 minutes.

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Hearty Ham and Cheddar Cornbread Muffins

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Outmaneuver your morning fast-food cravings with these savory grab-and-go breakfast muffins. Leftover ham comes to the rescue with day-sustaining protein; equal parts cornmeal and flour yield a not-so-bready muffin with a perfect tender crumb. Make a batch of these on the weekend and save the leftovers for breakfast all week long.

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Mini Mimosa Muffins

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Nothing says you've started off the weekend strong like a mimosa. However, for those who aren't quite ready to get tipsy at 10 am, allow us to offer a compromise in the form of a mimosa muffin. Biting into a mimosa sounds like a strange concept, but after tasting these mini muffins you'll understand. 

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Apple Streusel Muffins with Maple Drizzle

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The classic combo of apples and maple are presented in delicious muffin format.

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Carrot-Apple-Flax Muffins

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Made with carrots, apples, raisins, and cinnamon, these muffins are full of fall flavors.

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Cranberry-Cornmeal Muffins

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Studded with fresh cranberries, Cranberry-Cornmeal Muffins are both delicious and nutritious while delivering a great on-the-go-breakfast or snack.

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Yogurt Streusel Muffins

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Tangy yogurt is a healthy addition to the batter of these tasy muffins. The spiced nut streusel topping makes this one a recipe for the books.

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Blueberry Power Muffins with Almond Streusel

Blueberry Power Muffins with Almond Streusel
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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.

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Cranberry-Orange Muffins

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

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Pear and Walnut Muffins

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

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Whole-Grain Bran Muffins

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This classic recipe is a wholesome base for mix-ins. Try adding sunflower seeds with blueberries, or grated carrot with walnuts.

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Pumpkin-Chocolate Chip Muffins

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Whip up a batch of Pumpkin-Chocolate Chip Muffins to have on-hand for a fast, breakfast-on-the-go. Pumpkin puree and seeds provide seasonal flavor with added sweetness from chocolate chips.

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Whole-Grain Blackberry Spice Muffins

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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.

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Peanut Butter and Jelly Muffins

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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.

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Kathie's Zucchini Muffins

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Delicious, satisfying, and filled with summer veggies—these muffins consistently receive rave reviews from bakers and eaters alike.

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Pistachio-Chai Muffins

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These healthy muffins get their unique flavor from chai tea blend and roasted chopped pistachios.

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Fruit of the Forest Muffins

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These gluten-free muffins highlight mixed fresh berries, but you can omit the berries and use the recipe to incorporate any other gluten-free mix-ins you like.

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Banana-Nutella Muffins

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Sweet and fruity, nutty and chocolaty: these scrumptious Banana-Nutella Muffins have it all.

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Whole Wheat, Oatmeal, and Raisin Muffins

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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.

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Top of the Morning Muffins

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Let's get healthy! A breakfast of one of these homemade gluten-free muffins, a cup of low-fat Greek yogurt, and a piece of fruit has fewer calories and more protein than one commercial gluten-free muffin.

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Jam-Filled Poppy-Seed Muffins

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Kids will love biting into Jam-Filled Poppy-Seed Muffins to discover a colorful, sweet surprise inside.

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Tuscan Lemon Muffins

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Using ricotta cheese ensures a light and fluffy texture while resulting in a moist and delicious muffin. Enjoy these lemony treats for breakfast or a sweet snack.

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Chocolate Chip-Coffee Muffins

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Every bite of Chocolate Chip-Coffee Muffins delivers a jolt of coffee flavor and chunks of chocolate. Enjoy the muffins each morning with your favorite cup of joe.

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Morning Glory Muffins

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Substitute apricots or raisins for chopped pitted dates in this recipe if you like. The dried fruits, nuts, oatmeal, wheat bran, and whole wheat flour contribute plenty of fiber to each morning glory muffin. Complete your breakfast with fat-free yogurt and fruit.

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    1 of 35 Blueberry Pound Cake Muffins
    2 of 35 Grapefruit Poppy Seed Muffins
    3 of 35 Roasted Strawberry-Rhubarb Muffins with Pistachio Streusel
    4 of 35 Blueberry-Sour Cream Muffins
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    6 of 35 Apple-Pecan Streusel Muffins
    7 of 35 Banana-Nut Muffins
    8 of 35 Green Smoothie Muffins
    9 of 35 Buckwheat Gingerbread Muffins
    10 of 35 Gluten-Free Vegan Banana Chocolate Pecan Muffins
    11 of 35 Sticky-Bun Pumpkin Muffins
    12 of 35 Pumpkin Streusel Muffins
    13 of 35 Hearty Ham and Cheddar Cornbread Muffins
    14 of 35 Mini Mimosa Muffins
    15 of 35 Apple Streusel Muffins with Maple Drizzle
    16 of 35 Carrot-Apple-Flax Muffins
    17 of 35 Cranberry-Cornmeal Muffins
    18 of 35 Yogurt Streusel Muffins
    19 of 35 Blueberry Power Muffins with Almond Streusel
    20 of 35 Cranberry-Orange Muffins
    21 of 35 Pear and Walnut Muffins
    22 of 35 Whole-Grain Bran Muffins
    23 of 35 Pumpkin-Chocolate Chip Muffins
    24 of 35 Whole-Grain Blackberry Spice Muffins
    25 of 35 Peanut Butter and Jelly Muffins
    26 of 35 Kathie's Zucchini Muffins
    27 of 35 Pistachio-Chai Muffins
    28 of 35 Fruit of the Forest Muffins
    29 of 35 Banana-Nutella Muffins
    30 of 35 Whole Wheat, Oatmeal, and Raisin Muffins
    31 of 35 Top of the Morning Muffins
    32 of 35 Jam-Filled Poppy-Seed Muffins
    33 of 35 Tuscan Lemon Muffins
    34 of 35 Chocolate Chip-Coffee Muffins
    35 of 35 Morning Glory Muffins

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