Keep one of our best muffin recipes on hand to make in advance for busy mornings.
For brunch or busy weekday mornings, our go-to quick and easy muffin recipes will keep your crowd happy.
Apple-Streusel Muffins
Buttermilk adds a pleasant tanginess to this apple muffin recipe.
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The streusel topping combines pecans, flaxseed, and brown sugar for an irresistible sweet and crunchy finish.
Don’t skip the sugary lemon zest topping.
Zucchini-Banana Flaxseed Muffins
Banana bread is delicious.
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Zucchini bread is tough to beat come summer.
So why not combine the twowith an oat and flax fiber boostin one handy palm-sized muffin recipe?
Test Kitchen Tip:For the lightest, most tender muffins, don’t overmix.
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It’s okay for batter to be slightly lumpy as you spoon it into the pan.
You want to stir just enough to incorporate all ingredients together.
Greek yogurt helps give every bite a bit of tang while keeping the muffins moist.
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Make-It-Mine Muffins
Our time-tested muffin recipe lets you get creative with your favorite mix-ins and flavors.
You canbake the perfect batchfor any crowd with just a few extra ingredients.
Try Monterey Jack cheese.
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Orange-Chocolate Chip Muffins
What’s moresunny than citrus?
A pinch ofespresso powderand pumpkin pie spice perk up the baking mix andcanned pumpkinbase.
Toasty Whole Grain Orange Muffins
This sweet morning muffin has as much protein as an egg.
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Curried Squash Muffins
Capture your favorite autumn flavors year-round with this nutty muffin recipe.
Unique spices such as cayenne pepper andcurry powderlend a warm bite to each batch.
Pour over a buttermilk cream (much like French toast) and serve with a homemade maple caramel sauce.
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Pumpkin pie spice, brown sugar, and vanilla give each bite a sense of fall.
Bacon-Egg Muffins
Two brunch classicsmeet in the middle for one irresistible breakfast offering.
Fluffy egg muffins are topped with crispy bacon and melted cheddar cheese, then baked to perfection.
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They’re even better with a splash of warm maple syrup.
Eggnog Muffins
A cup ofeggnogstands in for the milk in these nutmeg-scented muffins.
Double-Chocolate Muffins
Treat yourself to chocolate for breakfast.
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The combination of rich cocoa powder and semisweet chocolate pieces makes these indulgentchocolate muffinshard to resist.
Peanut Butter Streusel Muffins
Peanut butter loverswill adore this homemade muffin recipe.
They’re made with both peanuts and peanut butter, then topped with crumbly peanut streusel.
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Test Kitchen Tip:Beat the clock on busy mornings by baking these ahead.
You canfreeze themfor up to 3 months!
Try them slathered with honey butter, vanilla Greek yogurt, or almond butter.
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Gingerbread Pear Muffins
Don’t be fooled by the richly-colored molasses.
This delicious muffin recipe features dark chocolate, too.
Finish each fruity delight with a sprinkle of coarse sugar to balance out the bittersweet chocolate.
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The addition of sour cream gives this muffin recipe smooth texture and extra zip.
), chopped apples and dates, or semisweet chocolate chips and pecans.
Enjoy them warm with a drizzle of honey or a smear of apple or pumpkin butter.
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Chocolate-Glazed Ginger-Pumpkin Muffins
Candied ginger adds a touch of spice to this fall-inspired muffin recipe.
Spread our pretty chocolate glaze on top of each for irresistible, dessert-like flavor.
With only 2 tablespoons of added sugar, the moist muffins are naturally sweetened with unsweetened applesauce.
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The rolled oats in this chocolate chip muffin recipe can also helpregulate blood sugar.
Toasting the butter before adding it to the batter gives each muffin a nutty flavor.
Toss in bittersweet chocolate, tart dried cherries, and sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.
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