16 Muffin Recipes That Make Your Day Better (And Healthier)

Start your day (or snack time) with a muffin that’s both delicious and good for you. These 16 healthier muffin recipes skip the excess sugar but have just the right amount of natural sweetness. Basically a treat that actually fuels you. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon pick-me-up, or anytime you need something tasty.

Cinnamon Roll Muffins

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The classic decadent dessert gets a healthier makeover with these moist and delicious cinnamon roll muffins. Complete with an easy, healthy icing, you will be in heaven. Get the recipe: Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Coconut Flour Carrot Date Muffins

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Naturally sweetened with carrots and dates, this gluten-free muffin recipe features healthy coconut flour. They bake up super moist and fluffy. Get the recipe: Coconut Flour Muffins

Strawberry Banana Muffins

Strawberry banana muffins are soft, golden, and packed with fresh fruity flavor. They take everything you love about banana bread and turn it into a light, fluffy muffin with sweet strawberry bites in every bite. Get the recipe: Strawberry Banana Muffins

Quinoa Flour Chocolate Chip Muffins

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These gluten-free muffins are made using quinoa flour. The earthy flavoured seed is ground into a light, fluffy flour, which can be used for pancakes, cookies and, of course, these yummy banana chocolate chip muffins. Get the recipe: Quinoa Flour Chocolate Chip Muffins

Avocado Chocolate Muffins

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These avocado chocolate muffins are a deliciously unexpected treat that’s also gluten-free. With their rich chocolate flavor and creamy texture, they’re perfect for a satisfying snack or dessert. Get the recipe: Chocolate Avocado Muffins

Pumpkin Muffins

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Pumpkin is reimagined with these muffins that feature that delicious duo of chocolate and pecans. Use canned pumpkin to enjoy this recipe all year round. Get the recipe: Pumpkin Muffins

Banana Oat Muffins

This simple recipe is like having a warm bowl of oatmeal in muffin form. Easy to grab and go for busy mornings. Get the recipe: Banana Oat Muffins

Pineapple Carrot Muffins

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These carrot pineapple muffins are a fantastic gluten-free choice for a quick snack or breakfast. They combine a sweet and flavorful mix that’s sure to brighten up your day. Get the recipe: Healthy Carrot Pineapple Muffins

Jalapeno Muffins

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Who doesn’t love a little spice in their life? These cheesy jalapeno muffins work as a savoury breakfast or as a gluten-free side dish for soup or chilli. Get the recipe: Jalapeno Muffins

Carrot Cake Spelt Flour Muffins

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Who says no cake for breakfast? These baked beauties are made with spelt flour, a highly digestible ancient grain, perfect for baking. Get the recipe: Carrot Cake Spelt Flour Muffins

Banana Protein Muffins

Get your gains and use up those ripe bananas at the same time. A gluten-free treat perfect for breakfast or as post-workout fuel. Get the recipe: Banana Protein Muffins

Carrot Date Muffins

A classic flavour pairing with classic delicious taste. Carrots and dates are the way to get natural sweetness into these hearty and healthy muffins. Get the recipe: Carrot Date Muffins

Sweet Potato Muffins

These sweet potato muffins are soft, moist, and naturally sweet, making them a delicious and wholesome treat. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or anytime you want something cozy and satisfying. Get the recipe: Sweet Potato Muffins

Pineapple Ginger Muffins

Sweetness and spice and everything nice is the best way to describe these yummy muffins. Pineapple and ginger combine for a delicious muffin recipe you will make over and over. Get the recipe: Pineapple Ginger Muffins

Banana Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins

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These mini banana muffins are super moist, filled with chocolate chips, and sweetened naturally with applesauce. Perfect for playdates, quick breakfasts, or packing in lunchboxes, they’re also a delicious way to use up overripe bananas. Get the recipe: Banana Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins

Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins

These deliciously rich muffins are gluten-free and grain-free, but no one would even know. Perfect for summertime with the abundance of fresh, sweet blueberries. Get the recipe: Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins