Muffins are surely an appreciated pastry, and there's no wonder why. Enjoying a warm muffin with butter is such a comforting and tasty experience. Some muffins have fillings, while others have streusel or mix-ins like berries or nuts. Whichever the case, this moist and soft treat is the perfect food to have alongside a cup of coffee or tea. Since muffins have such a simple base, they are the perfect canvas to experiment with. These ten recipes each have their own unique flavors and looks that make them stand out from the rest.
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10 Orange Cranberry Muffins
These muffins are heavenly! The citrus flavor marries with the fresh cranberries to create a delectable experience. Fresh or frozen cranberries can be used, giving a bolder cranberry presence than if dried cranberries were to be used. Additionally, the batter has butter and sour cream, which ensures the muffins will be soft on the inside. Enjoy this warm muffin with breakfast, and you won't regret it.
9 Double Chocolate Muffins
Here is a muffin that could easily double as a dessert. This muffin is rich and dreamy with a chocolate batter and chocolate chip add-ins. If you were to use this as a dessert, drizzle on chocolate ganache or smother it in whipped cream to give an excellent presentation. Of course, this muffin is delicious and will impress all chocolate lovers.
8 Blueberry Streusel Muffins
Here is a classic muffin flavor, blueberry muffins. These muffins are gorgeous because they have a crispy streusel topping, which gives a nice contrast in texture to the light and fluffy muffin. Fresh or frozen blueberries can be used; make sure to mix them in last so that the batter doesn’t turn gray from their juice. Aside from that, this batter incorporates Greek yogurt and buttermilk, which gives a certain richness to the pastry that can’t be ignored.
7 Banana Bran Muffins
Here is a healthier recipe because it takes advantage of bran. However, just because it has bran, it doesn’t mean it can’t be plenty delicious. The natural sweetness of the banana does a great job of making this muffin pleasant-tasting and soft. This makes 12 servings, so after baking the muffins, you could always freeze them and save them for busy mornings. Throw the muffin in the microwave and eat it on the go; yum!
6 Apple Pie Muffins
Here are muffins stuffed with apple pieces, reminiscent of apple pie; it makes them stand out for their taste and appearance. These muffins have three specific components: the batter, the glaze, and the cinnamon streusel topping. The icing is simple and made from just milk and powdered sugar. On the other hand, the streusel is loaded with yummy elements like brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and more. Enjoy this muffin fresh out of the oven to make the most of it.
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5 Lemon Curd Muffins
These filled muffins are too good to be true. Here is a treat for lemon lovers; it haslemon curd stuffing, a streusel topping, and a tasty glaze. The muffin itself is fluffy and light, so there is so much to love when paired with the sweet and tart filling. This treat would be perfect for serving at a brunch party! It becomes even more appealing when garnished with a fresh lemon slice. Another fantastic idea is to smother some raspberry jam on it.
4 Oatmeal Breakfast Muffins
Here is a simple yet classy muffin to enjoy for breakfast. This recipe has buttermilk, oats, brown sugar, flour, and more. They take about 20 minutes to fully bake and come out airy and tender. The buttermilk gives richness, and the oats provide a pleasant texture. Enjoy this muffin alongside fresh fruit or a cup of orange juice, and you will be impressed by how scrumptious it is.
3 Coffee Cake Muffins
Rather than making a coffee cake sheet cake, you can always make a coffee cake in muffin form. This is perfect for enjoying on the go or serving at an event because you don’t need to cut it into portions; they are already individually portioned. The crumb topping with brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon takes this treat to the next level. This muffin can also be drizzled with a simple glaze to dress it up even more.
2 Peaches and Cream Muffins
Peaches and cream are a summer combo that is much appreciated, but these muffins can undoubtedly be made any time of year. Although it is best to use fresh peaches, canned peaches will certainly suffice. Aside from the peaches, the batter has sour cream and vanilla extract, which gives it a nice touch. Glaze the muffins after they have cooled to finish them off.
1 Almond Poppy Seed Muffins
Here is a unique muffin! Rather than incorporating fruit, it has almond extract and poppy seeds. Slivered almonds are placed on top, too, for a perfect and pleasant crunch. The poppy seeds give a color contrast like no other. These muffins are moist and fluffy, so it is the ideal snack or breakfast treat to enjoy.
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