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The Best Muffin Recipes

Published: Jan 24, 2022 · Modified: Mar 29, 2022 by Kate Hackworthy · Leave a Comment

Collage of muffins, with text: The best muffin recipes.

You're going to love this collection of the best, most delicious, irresistible Muffin Recipes! From classics and quirky to savory and vegan, there's a muffin for everyone. So sit back and take a look at this list of the best recipes out there!

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I'll admit it, I love muffins!

There are so many amazing muffin recipes out there. Banana muffins, blueberry muffins, bran muffins...

I love how you can make a batch, then have them all week for breakfast, a snack, or in lunchboxes.

They're also freezer-friendly, so I tend to split a batch and freeze half. That way the family doesn't get bored of the same flavor all week.

I make two batches of different flavors, freeze half of each and then the family can enjoy them another time.

At the moment we have kale muffins in a container on the counter, plus I have some rhubarb muffins and ginger muffins in the freezer. We're totally a muffin family! Are you?

What are muffins?

Muffins are baking powder-leavened (non-yeasted) quick breads that are baked in individual-sized portions.

They are usually sweeter than bread and scones but less sweet than cupcakes.

Muffins aren't frosted and have a slightly denser texture than cupcakes. They can be sweet or savory.

What are the most popular flavors of muffins?

Popular muffins include blueberry, chocolate chip, Banana Muffins, Bran Muffins, and more! Check out this list:

  • Blueberry
  • Banana
  • Chocolate Chip
  • Double Chocolate Chip
  • Apple Cinnamon
  • Pumpkin
  • Carrot Cake
  • Bran Muffins

What is the secret to moist muffins?

The secret to moist muffins is not to overbeat them. The muffin method of baking involves mixing the dry ingredients in one bowl, mixing the wet ingredients in another, then combining them.

Once combined, only mix the batter until just combined. You don't want streaks of flour, but beating at this stage will cause them to be tougher and drier.

Mix by hand at this stage - definitely not with an electric mixer.

Then, when it comes to baking the muffins, don't overbake them. Most recipes will call for a baking time of 15-20 minutes. Ensure they're cooked through (check with a toothpick), but don't leave them in much longer or they could dry out.

If you're looking for moist and fluffy gluten-free muffins, you'll love these Banana Quinoa Flour Muffins.

Collage of muffins, with text: The best muffin recipes.

Muffin Recipes

So, without further adieu, here are the best muffin recipes! From vegan and savory, to classic and twists.

Please head down to the comments and let us know your favorites!

The Best Muffin Recipes

You're going to love this collection of the most delicious, irresistible Muffin Recipes! From classics and quirky, to savory and vegan, there's a muffin for everyone.
So sit back and take a look at this epic list of the best muffin recipes out there!

Blackberry Muffins with Chocolate Chips

These moist and fluffy muffins combine zesty blackberries and rich chocolate chips - a delicious combo! They're full of great flavor.

Sweet Spinach Muffins with Chocolate Chips

Spinach muffins? Oh yes! These sweet muffins are naturally green with spinach (you can't taste it!). They add moistness and a big of green goodness. The chocolate chips make these muffins extra special.

Blueberry Zucchini Muffins (courgette)

Blueberries and shredded zucchini combine in these tasty muffins. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, a snack, or in lunch boxes!

Kale Green Muffins

These naturally green muffins are full of pureed kale, seeds, cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. A vibrant and delicious savory muffin. Perfect for breakfast, a snack or lunch.

Healthy Bran Muffins

These healthy bran muffins are lower in fat and have less sugar. But they still pack in loads of healthy goodness and great taste!

Easy Spiced Persimmon Muffins

Use persimmon pulp to give these moist and tasty muffins a huge pop of fruity flavor! A great way to use the winter fruit.

Vegan Banana Muffins

You don't need eggs and dairy to make a moist and fluffy muffin! These vegan banana muffins are tasty and super easy to make! The flavor of banana bread in portable muffin form.

Butternut Squash Muffins

Pureed butternut squash makes these muffins moist and flavorful. They're delicately spiced and full of sweet chocolate chips.

Apple Cheese Muffins with Thyme

These savory Apple Cheese Muffins have thyme for a little extra savory flavor. Perfect alongside chilli or stew instead of rolls or cornbread.

Kale and Lemon Muffins

These sweet kale and lemon muffins are zesty and tasty. The flavor of the kale fades, but leaves this incredible naturally green color. They taste like lemon muffins!

Lemon, Poppy Seed and Parsnip Muffins

Shredded parsnips are added to these lemon poppyseed muffins for extra moistness, nutty flavor and a pop of vegetable goodness. Zesty and tasty!

Chocolate Beet Muffins

Beets and chocolate are perfect together in these rich, moist and tasty muffins! The hidden vegetable bulks them out and add extra moistness. Fudgy and tasty.

Vanilla Mango Muffins

These mango muffins have extra vanilla for a warming, tropical and tasty fruit flavor.

Sweet Potato Muffins with Chocolate Chips

Use sweet potato to add bulk, moisture and natural sweetness to these chocolate chip muffins! Ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for breakfast, dessert or a snack.

More Muffin Recipes

  • Side view of plum muffins on a wooden table next to fresh plums.
    Plum Muffins with Ginger Glaze
  • Side view of a sweet Spinach Muffin recipe with chocolate chips, with some chocolate in front
    Spinach Muffins with Chocolate Chips
  • Close up of a frozen berry muffin on a table.
    Frozen Berry Muffins
  • Side view of a table with a raisin muffin with a bite out in front of a pile of muffins.
    Raisin Muffins
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