16 Dessert-Like Muffins That Make Mornings Better
Breakfast feels a little more exciting when muffins taste this good. These recipes bring sweet, dessert-inspired flavors to the morning table, from chocolatey favorites to fruity, bakery-style treats. Each one is easy to enjoy with coffee, pack for later, or serve when you want breakfast to feel more special. They’re simple enough for everyday mornings but sweet enough to feel like a treat.
Red Velvet Muffins
Enjoy your favorite cupcake for breakfast by swapping the frosting for melty chocolate chips in these moist and fluffy Red Velvet Muffins!
Raisin Bran Muffins
Raisin Bran Muffins are a healthy way to start your day! Made with whole wheat flour, bran flakes and raisins.
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Fluffy and packed with flavor, these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins are about to become your new favorite fall treat! These super moist buttermilk pumpkin muffins are chock full of chocolate and crowned with toasted pumpkin seeds for a lovely crunch.
Orange Muffins
Orange Muffins with homemade Orange Icing are delightfully delicious! Bursting with bright citrus flavor and topped with a sweet and tangy icing glaze, these muffins are just what you need after a long, cold winter!
White Chocolate and Raspberry Muffins
White Chocolate and Raspberry Muffins are the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. With the sweet white chocolate and tart raspberries, this recipe is a crowd pleaser.
Peach Cobbler Muffins
These peach cobbler muffins are a delicious mashup of a muffin with everyone’s favorite summer dessert! Each fluffy bite is packed with juicy peaches and a sweet vanilla glaze, with the warm, comforting flavors of cobbler in every bite.
Blueberry Banana Muffins
These one-bowl Blueberry Banana Muffins with Greek yogurt, fresh blueberries and banana are great as an easy grab-and-go breakfast or snack!
Cranberry Lemon Muffins
This easy recipe for Cranberry Lemon Muffins is perfect for last minute holiday guests. They have a zesty tangy flavor and a moist texture.
Strawberry Muffins
These fresh Strawberry Muffins are perfect for a grab and go breakfast! They’re easy to make and a great way to use up those strawberries!
Date Muffins
Date muffins that hit all the marks! Sweet, spiced, soft, and just the right amount of chewy! You’ll want these on repeat for breakfast or a snack.
Pistachio Muffins
Try these easy pistachio muffins made with pistachio butter but not butter or oil! They come out a beautiful green color, moise and so good!
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins with Streusel and Lemon Glaze
These light Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins have a tender crumb and the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors.Topped with a buttery sweet streusel and drizzled with sweet lemon glaze, these lemon poppy seed muffins are bursting with flavor!
Cinnamon Streusel Muffins
Cinnamon streusel muffins are ready in just 35 minutes! This recipe creates moist muffins that are topped with a buttery cinnamon streusel. They are sure to be a fan favorite at your weekend brunch, while equally delicious as an on-the-go snack. Easily make these vegan or gluten-free, too!
Peppermint Mocha Muffins
Love peppermint mocha coffee? You’ll love these Peppermint Mocha Muffins that are double the chocolate and double the peppermint. Rich, moist muffins that are great with your morning cup of coffee.
Easy Banana Nut Muffins
These soft, moist, easy Banana Nut Muffins are loaded with banana flavor and studded with walnuts for a little crunch. No need for a mixer – just use one bowl and stir everything together with a wooden spoon!
Matcha Muffins
These Matcha Muffins are soft, fluffy, and vibrant green with the earthy aroma of green tea powder. They’re lightly sweet, perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea. Drizzle them with icing or enjoy them plain—their delicate flavor shines either way.
