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41 Most Delicious Muffin Recipes

Updated on October 29, 2018 by Food Network Canada Editors

From classic blueberry muffins to banana crunch to chocolate chip, get busy in the kitchen with these easy-to-prepare muffin recipes perfect for any breakfast, snack or dessert craving.

  • Healthy Blueberry Mini Muffins
     
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    Healthy Blueberry Mini Muffins

    <p>Unlike the many muffins out there claiming to be healthy, these darling blueberry speckled bites truly are, made with spelt flour, maple syrup, agave and soy milk. Their one-bowl method makes this recipe a snap to bake up all year long, whether you’re using fresh or frozen fruit.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/healthy-blueberry-mini-muffins/14280/" target="_blank"><strong>Healthy Blueberry Mini Muffins </strong></a></p>
  • Banana Bread Muffins
     
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    Banana Bread Muffins

    <p>A more convenient way to enjoy banana bread on the go. Whip up a batch on the weekend for a weekday breakfast you can enjoy from anywhere.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/banana-bread-muffins/21206/" target="_blank"><strong>Banana Bread Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Chocolate Banana Muffins
     
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    Chocolate Banana Muffins

    <p>A base of mashed banana, chocolate chips and cocoa make for a healthier treat. For an added twist, hazelnut butter is mixed with sugar and vanilla to create a ribbon right through the centre.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chocolate-banana-muffins/19069/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson's Chocolate Banana Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Sunny Morning Muffins
     
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    Sunny Morning Muffins

    <p>Sure, you could start the morning with a fruit salad, or you can enjoy a nutty, nutmeg-scented muffin bursting with fresh strawberries, blueberries and banana.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sunny-morning-muffins/22131/" target="_blank"><strong>Sunny Morning Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Banana Muffins with Mascarpone Cream Frosting
     
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    Banana Muffins with Mascarpone Cream Frosting

    <p>Creamy mascarpone frosting pairs perfectly with the crunch of chopped walnuts in this easy-to-make muffin recipe.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/banana-muffins-with-mascarpone-cream-frosting/15472/">Giada De Laurentiis' Banana Muffins with Mascarpone Cream Frosting</a></strong></p>
  • Alton Brown's Blueberry Muffins
     
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    Alton Brown's Blueberry Muffins

    <p>Classic fluffy muffins are studded with fresh blueberries and lightened up with yogurt.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/blueberry-muffins/16457/" target="_blank"><strong>Alton Brown's Blueberry Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Banana Crunch Muffins
     
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    Banana Crunch Muffins

    <p>These moist banana muffins are packed with walnuts, granola and coconut and topped with banana chips, more granola and coconut for some extra crunch.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/banana-crunch-muffins/15397/" target="_blank"><strong>Ina Garten's Banana Crunch Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Citrus Upside Down Gluten-Free Muffins
     
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    Citrus Upside Down Gluten-Free Muffins

    <p>A healthier alternative to heavy brunch treats, these vegan muffins are a citrus and coconut delight for gluten-free guests.<p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/citrus-upside-down-gluten-free-muffins/18406/" target="_blank"><strong>Citrus Upside Down Gluten-Free Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Chocolate Scuffins
     
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    Chocolate Scuffins

    <p>A scone-muffin hybrid, this chocolaty sweet chock-full of chocolate chips and walnuts is made in just 30 minutes.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chocolate-scuffins/17981/" target="_blank"><strong>Valerie Bertinelli's Chocolate Scuffins</strong></a></p>
  • Blueberry Coffee Cake Muffins
     
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    Blueberry Coffee Cake Muffins

    <p>Just as tasty in muffin form, these light and fluffy blueberry coffee cake treats are the perfect sweet snack no matter what time of day.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/blueberry-coffee-cake-muffins/15415/" target="_blank"><strong>Ina Garten's Blueberry Coffee Cake Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Cinnamon Coffee and Orange Pull Apart Muffins
     
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    Cinnamon Coffee and Orange Pull Apart Muffins

    <p>Part cinnamon roll, part monkey bread and a whole lot of delicious! I mean, you can’t go wrong with a cinnamon and sugar treat that takes half the time of cinnamon rolls and fits neatly inside a muffin tin.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cinnamon-coffee-and-orange-pull-apart-muffins/20801/" target="_blank">Cinnamon Coffee and Orange Pull Apart Muffins</a></strong></p>
  • Vegan Blueberry Muffins
     
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    Vegan Blueberry Muffins

    <p>For a potluck treat that everyone can enjoy, bake up some of these sweet vegan muffins made with fresh or frozen blueberries, soy milk yogurt, applesauce, and almond milk. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vegan-blueberry-muffins/20157/" target="_blank">Vegan Blueberry Muffins</a></strong></p>
  • Carrot and Zucchini Mini-Muffins
     
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    Carrot and Zucchini Mini-Muffins

    <p>A base of almond and brown rice flour combine with grated carrot and zucchini in these secretly healthy mini muffins. The frosting can be lightly drizzled on top to amp up the flavour and dessert factor.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/carrot-and-zucchini-mini-muffins/16030/" target="_blank"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Carrot and Zucchini Mini-Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Muffins
     
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    Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Muffins

    <p>Aside from being whole wheat and low in fat, this recipe has endless mix-ins: try dried wild blueberries in addition to the mini chocolate chips, though you can use dried fruit (chopped, if needed), chocolate chunks or chips, nuts, seeds, etc.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/whole-wheat-chocolate-chip-muffins/15178/" target="_blank"><strong>Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Muffins</strong></a>
  • Cardamom Fig Muffins
     
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    Cardamom Fig Muffins

    <p>These beautiful fig-topped muffins are made for camping, but you can bake up a batch at home whenever you like. Use your barbecue or oven for a cardamom-scented treat that makes an equally delicious breakfast or lunch.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cardamom-fig-muffins/19852/" target="_blank">Cardamom Fig Muffins</a></strong></p>
  • Blueberry Whole Wheat Muffins
     
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    Blueberry Whole Wheat Muffins

    <p>Our favourite blueberry muffin recipe gets a healthy makeover with whole wheat flour and oatmeal for fibre. Fresh berries are tasty but frozen berries are equally tasty in the dead of winter. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/blueberry-whole-wheat-muffins/21192/" target="_blank">Blueberry Whole Wheat Muffins</a></strong></p>
  • Apple, Carrot & Flax Muffins with Streusel Topping
     
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    Apple, Carrot & Flax Muffins with Streusel Topping

    <p>Satisfying fruit and veggie-filled muffins with a sweet streusel topping for a decadent crunch.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/apple-carrot-and-flax-muffins-with-streusel-topping/14861/" target="_blank"><strong>Apple, Carrot &amp; Flax Muffins with Streusel Topping</strong></a></p>
  • Pumpkin Carrot Muffins with Vanilla Frosting
     
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    Pumpkin Carrot Muffins with Vanilla Frosting

    <p>Sweet and simple, you'll love these moist pumpkin carrot muffins with sweet, fluffy vanilla frosting.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pumpkin-carrot-muffins-with-vanilla-frosting/10905/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson's Pumpkin Carrot Muffins with Vanilla Frosting</strong></a></p>
  • Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
     
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    Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

    <p>Mmm, chocolate! A delicious way to sneak extra veggies into your family's diet. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chocolate-zucchini-muffins/10987/" target="_blank"><strong>Chocolate Zucchini Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Vanilla Jam Muffins
     
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    Vanilla Jam Muffins

    <p>Super moist and delicious vanilla muffins are filled with fruity raspberry jam, brushed with butter and dipped into sugar and cinnamon.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vanilla-jam-muffins/3983/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson's Vanilla Jam Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Ricotta Peach Muffins
     
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    Ricotta Peach Muffins

    <p>These muffins are light and fruity, perfect for a quick snack or wonderful picnic treat.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ricotta-peach-muffins/4050/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson's Ricotta Peach Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Healthy Carrot, Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins
     
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    Healthy Carrot, Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins

    <p>If you don't like seafood, or just want to get in extra omega-3s, try to incorporate some flax in your diet — this seed is another source of the omega-3 fatty acids that may be helpful for allergy sufferers. These muffins also have extra fibre thanks to the carrot.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/healthy-carrot-banana-and-chocolate-chip-muffins/15097/" target="_blank"><strong>Healthy Carrot, Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Carrot Oatmeal Muffins
     
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    Carrot Oatmeal Muffins

    <p>Start the day off right with these low-fat muffins packed with oatmeal, whole wheat flour, carrots.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/carrot-oatmeal-muffins/5975/" target="_blank"><strong>Carrot Oatmeal Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Healthy Bran Mini Muffins
     
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    Healthy Bran Mini Muffins

    <p>Packed with fall spices, apple sauce for moisture and maple syrup for sweetness, these healthy yet satisfying muffins are sure to hit the spot.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/healthy-bran-mini-muffins/19067/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson's Healthy Bran Mini Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Strawberry Muffins
     
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    Strawberry Muffins

    <p>This recipe is a quick and easy way to use those less-than perfect berries that have maybe seen better days. Sweet, light and buttery, these cake-like muffins are a true treat.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/strawberry-muffins/22134/" target="_blank"><strong>Ina Garten’s Strawberry Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Oatmeal Muffins
     
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    Oatmeal Muffins

    <p>These quick and easy oatmeal muffins make your house smell great and will please the whole family.</p> <p>Get the recipe <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/oatmeal-muffins/6801/" target="_blank"><strong>Michael Smith's Oatmeal Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Healthy Chocolate Muffins
     
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    Healthy Chocolate Muffins

    <p>Dense, moist chocolate muffins made with applesauce and low-fat Greek yogurt.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/healthy-chocolate-muffins/13809/" target="_blank"><strong>Healthy Chocolate Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Gluten-Free Sunshine Muffins
     
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    Gluten-Free Sunshine Muffins

    <p>These gluten-free muffins are topped with an orange marmalade frosting and sprinkled with toasted coconut for a rich and delicious breakfast or dessert.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/gluten-free-sunshine-muffins-with-marmalade-frosting-and-coconut-crust/12876/" target="_blank"><strong>Michael Smith's Gluten-Free Sunshine Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Blueberry Muffins
     
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    Blueberry Muffins

    <p>Anna Olson's recipe recipe is a healthier spin on the classic blueberry muffin with ingredients like yogurt, honey and whole wheat flour.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/annas-blueberry-muffins/8949/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson's Blueberry Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Mini Almond Butter and Strawberry Muffins
     
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    Mini Almond Butter and Strawberry Muffins

    <p>Forget everything you thought you knew about muffins. This variation features crunchy almond butter and loads of sweet strawberry jelly for an on-the-go snack that’s truly indulgent.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mini-almond-butter-and-strawberry-muffins/16770/" target="_blank"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Mini Almond Butter and Strawberry Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Zucchini and Carrot Breakfast Muffins
     
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    Zucchini and Carrot Breakfast Muffins

    <p>Overflowing with heart-healthy ingredients like oats and flaxseeds, these superfood muffins also feature grated apples, carrots, zucchini, and pumpkin seeds, making them a filling and nutritious option for anyone on the go.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/recipe/zucchini-and-carrot-breakfast-muffins/17907/" target="_blank">Zucchini and Carrot Breakfast Muffins</a></strong></p>
  • Cranberry-Banana Eggnog Muffins
     
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    Cranberry-Banana Eggnog Muffins

    <p>If your fridge is crammed with leftover cranberry sauce and unused eggnog, this mouth-watering muffin recipe kills two birds with one stone, while delivering a delicious breakfast treat in the process.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cranberry-banana-eggnog-muffins/17245/">Cranberry-Banana Eggnog Muffins</a></strong></p>
  • Cherry Coconut Scuffins
     
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    Cherry Coconut Scuffins

    <p>A cross between scones and muffins, these sweet treats are packed with dried cherries and shredded coconut, and make for the perfect afternoon snack or breakfast.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cherry-coconut-scuffins/17024/" target="_blank"><strong>Valerie Bertinelli's Cherry Coconut Scuffins</strong></a></p>
  • Classic Blueberry Streusel Muffins
     
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    Classic Blueberry Streusel Muffins

    <p>Topped with a crunchy brown sugar streusel, these dessert-worthy blueberry muffins are soft, chewy and just what the doctor ordered.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/classic-blueberry-streusel-muffins/19068/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson's Classic Blueberry Streusel Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Healthy Carrot Muffins
     
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    Healthy Carrot Muffins

    <p>Like a healthy version of carrot cake (minus the icing), these veggie-packed muffins are sure to please, whether served from breakfast or dessert.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/healthy-carrot-muffins/17855/" target="_blank"><strong>Healthy Carrot Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Egg Muffins with Maple Sweet Potato Noodles, Bacon and Almond Butter
     
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    Egg Muffins with Maple Sweet Potato Noodles, Bacon and Almond Butter

    <p>These sweet and salty muffins include spiralized sweet potato, crumbled hickory-smoked bacon, almond butter, maple syrup and chopped almonds for some crunch.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/egg-muffins-with-maple-sweet-potato-noodles-bacon-and-almond-butter/18404/" target="_blank"><strong>Egg Muffins with Maple Sweet Potato Noodles, Bacon and Almond Butter</strong></a></p>
  • Vegan Banana Muffins
     
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    Vegan Banana Muffins

    <p>A perfect addition to your brunch spread, these muffins are egg and dairy-free, but packed with bold banana flavour.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vegan-banana-muffins/20159/" target="_blank">Vegan Banana Muffins</a></strong></p>
  • Mini Doughnut Muffins
     
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    Mini Doughnut Muffins

    <p>Yes, you can enjoy light and fluffy cinnamon sugar covered doughnuts without the risk of being splattered with hot oil. Made in muffin tins, these tiny bites bake up light and fluffy. Finish by rolling in that irresistible coating for scrumptious homemade doughnut holes.</p><p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mini-doughnut-muffins/20206/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Mini Doughnut Muffins</a></strong></p>
  • Cranberry Harvest Muffins
     
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    Cranberry Harvest Muffins

    <p>Filled with warming spices like cinnamon and ginger, these muffins are a must-make this holiday season, when fresh cranberries are at their peak.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cranberry-harvest-muffins/22132/" target="_blank"><strong>Ina Garten’s Cranberry Harvest Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Olive Oil Muffins
     
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    Olive Oil Muffins

    <p>Inspired by the Italian province of Genoa, these light, lemony muffins are simply delicious.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/olive-oil-muffins/22135/" target="_blank"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis’ Olive Oil Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • French Breakfast Puffs
     
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    French Breakfast Puffs

    <p>These sweet, tasty muffins get an extra special topping before serving. Just like doughnuts, they’re dipped in an addictive cinnamon and sugar mixture. They also freeze very well, just be sure to freeze before you dip, and coat once defrosted.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/french-breakfast-puffs/22133/" target="_blank"><strong>The Pioneer Woman’s French Breakfast Puffs</strong></a></p>
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