5 of the Best Morning Muffin Recipes

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If you love to include muffins in your morning routine, learn how to bake them from scratch at home. Soft and fluffy homemade muffins are quick and easy to bake, and there are so many sweet recipes to try. To start, choose one of our five favorite recipes to satisfy your sweet cravings. Read more now.

Cardamom Pistachio Muffins

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Bring simple, wholesome ingredients and nuanced flavors to a classic breakfast treat. Our recipe for homemade cardamom pistachio muffins uses whole wheat flour, and features hints of freshly grated lemon zest and floral spices that complement the nutty chopped pistachios. Read more now for the full recipe.

Vegan Oat Muffins with Dried Fruit and Nuts

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If your lineup of go-to nutritious breakfast recipes is looking a little lackluster, give these oat muffins a whirl. They’re loaded with warm cinnamon, tangy dried cranberries, and crunchy walnuts. Coconut oil, almond milk, and applesauce keep these vegan goodies moist and fluffy. Read on for the recipe.

Carrot Muffins

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Freshly grated carrot and tart Granny Smith apple are the tickets to sweet, moist muffins that melt in your mouth. Woody vanilla, earthy cinnamon, and peppery ginger create notes of warm spice, while butter and brown sugar bring richness. Read on to add this recipe to your collection of crave-worthy baked goods.

Pumpkin Nut Muffins

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These seasonal muffins scream fall thanks to their sweet pumpkin and brown sugar base and warm, aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Nutty pecans add an irresistible crunch to these fluffy, flavor-packed bites. Read more now to add this recipe to your collection of cool-weather morning treats.

Soaked Spelt Berry Muffins

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Curious about soaking whole grain flour? This baking technique makes the flour more digestible and results in moist, tender baked goods. Our recipe for soaked spelt flour berry muffins with a spiced crumble topping is an easy place to start if you want to learn more. Get the recipe now.

Sprouted Wheat Coconut Cocoa Banana Muffins

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Forget sugary, store bought muffins and try these instead! Made with sprouted wheat flour, these coconut cocoa banana muffins are packed with fiber and make a nutritious breakfast or snack. Plus, with chunks of dark chocolate throughout, they strike the perfect balance between sweet and healthy. Get the recipe now.

Magdalenas (Spanish Lemon Muffins)

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Like sunshine in the morning, these bright and buttery Spanish lemon muffins make breakfast or brunch a delight. Traditional magadalenas are a popular treat that’s fluffy and moist, sweet, and bursting with citrus flavor. And they’re easy to make, too! Read more now to add this recipe to your list of favorites.

Healthier Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Muffins

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Wake up to the smell of freshly baked healthier oatmeal chocolate chip muffins. Made with whole wheat flour and applesauce, this recipe is a nutritious spin on a bakery favorite. Healthy enough for an easy breakfast or snack you can feel good about, read more now to add this recipe to your collection of go-to’s.

Monkey Bread Muffins Are Soft Cinnamon Sugar Coated Magic

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These monkey bread muffins are the best breakfast treat to wake up to. The soft, cinnamon and sugar coated biscuit dough is pure heaven. With just a few ingredients, you can rest assured that busting out these little guys on a lazy morning won’t be taxing. They’re so easy to make! Get the recipe now.

Cinnamon Raisin Swirl Muffins

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If you’re over blueberry, banana nut, or lemon poppy seed, we have a new muffin recipe for you to try. With sweet swirls of brown sugar, cinnamon, and plump raisins, these homemade muffins are inspired by cinnamon raisin bread, and will wake up any sweet tooth in the morning. Learn how to make the recipe now.

Easy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

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Weekends are all about breakfast and this unbelievably easy banana chocolate chip muffins recipe is the next thing you have to try. They are ideal for using up overripe bananas and can easily be eaten for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. With a classic combo like banana and chocolate, what’s not to like? Read more.