Homemade muffins are an everyday essential: simple to make and freeze, easy to grab on the go, versatile, and nourishing. You can bake them in large batches during your Sunday meal prep so the whole family can enjoy them throughout the week.
Whether for breakfast, a snack between meals, or an energy boost before a workout, there’s a muffin for every occasion! This top 25 roundup brings together delicious and nutritious recipes approved by our registered dietitian nutritionists to help you make simple, healthy choices every day.
Timeless favourites everyone loves
These classic recipes are sure to please: the flavour combinations are winners, and they’re easy to make with ingredients you likely already have at home.
1. Apple Muffins
Soft and comforting, these muffins are rich in fibre thanks to apples and whole wheat flour. The addition of applesauce also helps reduce added sugars.
2. Chocolate Chip and Pumpkin Seed Muffins
These muffins strike the perfect balance between indulgent and nutritious, with chocolate chips for sweetness and pumpkin seeds for crunch and nutrition. Great for satisfying hunger between meals!
3. Raspberry, Yogurt & Maple Muffins
Ideal for a pre-workout snack, these muffins are both wholesome and delicious. You can use any berries you have on hand for variety.
4. Breakfast Banana Berry Muffins
Perfect to start your day right — flavourful, filling, and nutritious. Pair them with your favourite Greek yogurt for a more complete breakfast.
5. Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Muffins
A classic combination! This recipe features nutritious ingredients like psyllium and flax seeds, making these muffins both indulgent and satisfying.
6. High-Fibre Raisin Muffins
A hearty option made with psyllium cereal and whole wheat flour — a great way to support digestive health.
Muffins with a twist
These creative recipes reinvent traditional flavours to keep your muffin routine exciting!
7. Banana, Sesame & Cardamom Muffins
The sesame butter adds a soft texture and pairs perfectly with banana and cardamom. A delightful combo for the whole family!
8. Pear, Almond & Date Muffins
Naturally sweetened with pears and dates, these soft, nourishing muffins are a true treat for the taste buds.
9. Matcha Apple Muffins
This matcha and apple duo is sure to win you over! The matcha adds a vibrant colour and provides an energy boost to power through your workday.
Veggies in muffins? Absolutely!
Adding vegetables to muffins is a clever way to boost fibre, vitamins, and minerals — without compromising flavour.
10. Iron-Rich Sweet Potato Muffins
Sweet potato purée gives these muffins a soft texture and natural sweetness. The addition of textured vegetable protein (TVP) and Greek yogurt increases their protein content to keep you full until your next meal!
11. Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
Simple and decadent! These muffins require few ingredients and are perfect for chocolate lovers — the zucchini blends right in.
12. Vegan Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins
The ultimate fall treat — warm spices and rich cocoa come together for a comforting snack.
For those who prefer savoury bites
Looking for something different from sweet snacks? These savoury muffins pair perfectly with soup or salad, or make a satisfying snack on their own.
13. Pizza-Style Savoury Muffins
All the taste of pizza, in a snack-sized muffin! Cottage cheese adds protein, making them more filling — perfect for kids’ lunchboxes.
14. Cheese Muffins
Simple and flavourful, these muffins are delicious warm or cold — a great option for any savoury craving.
15. Cranberry, Goat Cheese & Rosemary Savoury Muffins
A perfect sweet-and-savoury muffin! The tangy cranberries complement the creamy goat cheese and fragrant rosemary beautifully.
A creative way to include legumes
Legumes add a soft texture along with plant-based protein and fibre — an excellent way to boost the nutrition of your snacks.
16. Chickpea, Oat & Raisin Muffins
Filling, fibre-rich, and high in protein — these muffins will keep you going until your next meal. You can swap raisins for any dried fruit you have on hand.
17. Carrot & Lentil Muffins
Lentils blend seamlessly into these flavourful muffins. Packed with fibre and protein, they’re a satisfying snack that also supports digestive health!
Gluten-Free Muffins
Whether you’re gluten-intolerant, have celiac disease, or simply curious to try something new, these recipes are just as tasty as traditional ones!
18. Flourless Chocolate Muffins
A great snack option that also doubles as a satisfying dessert when you’re craving something sweet.
19. Carrot & Orange Muffins (Low-FODMAP Option)
Bright and zesty, with the perfect balance of carrot and orange. This recipe can be adapted for a low-FODMAP diet — ideal for sensitive digestive systems.
20. Lemon, Cranberry & Date Muffins
A delicious, energizing snack! Greek yogurt adds protein and gives these muffins their moist, tender texture.
21. Cheesecake-Style Muffins
Inspired by classic cheesecake, these muffins are rich, smooth, and refreshing — the perfect little treat.
Protein-packed muffins
High-protein muffins are perfect after a workout, as a filling snack, or for a grab-and-go breakfast!
22. Protein Blueberry Muffins
A classic flavour boosted with Greek yogurt and protein milk. Feel free to use any berries you have on hand!
23. Protein Chocolate Chip Muffins
Another classic, made more nutritious with egg whites, TVP, and Greek yogurt. A delicious and satisfying way to treat yourself while staying on track with your goals.
24. Protein Pumpkin Spice Muffins
Fall in a muffin! Pumpkin purée adds incredible softness, while TVP and pumpkin seeds boost the protein content in these cozy, flavourful bites.
25. Protein Strawberry & Date Muffins
Naturally sweetened with dates and strawberries, these muffins get an extra protein boost from Greek yogurt, high-protein milk, and TVP — the perfect wholesome snack.
Need help adapting your favourite recipes to your goals?
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