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Healthy Morning Muffins have multiple grains, nuts,and fruit. They make a morning ritual complete for the best and tastiest breakfast. So good and easy.

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Muffins are such an easy go-to. In the case of these muffins, they are not only easy and delicious but healthy, too. There are multiple grains, nuts, and fruit, and it's really a fun recipe to throw together.

Do you pinch off pieces of your muffin and pop them in your mouth? If I haven't smeared them with dairy-free butter, that's my habit. Sipping tea or coffee and pinching off pieces of muffins.

Really! Do you do that? It's relaxing. I almost always eat them plain, so they are very pinchable. Muffins are so good, and these have a really good texture, too.

Another question. Every once in a while, do you find yourself running late, and you haven't had breakfast yet? Grab a muffin. And wouldn't that be nice if it was a healthier one?

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What Makes Breakfast Muffins Healthy?

  • Grains, Nuts,and Fruit!
  • For these Morning Muffins, you have a huge variety ofhealthy ingredients.
  • Bran Cereal
  • Whole Wheat Flour
  • Oats
  • Flaxseed Meal
  • Walnuts
  • Apple
  • Raisins
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What are Some other Great Vegan Breakfast Muffins?

  • Irish Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Muffins - Just in time for St Patrick's Day
  • Here are some fruity muffins to help you start the day - Vegan Apricot Muffins
  • Chocolate Espresso Muffins are big and delicious
  • These Apple Granola Muffins even have your morning cereal inside

Oh, my word! I just counted, and I have 17 muffins on the blog that would work for breakfast and a couple of pretty sweet ones that are best for dessert.

Let's see! Let me show you a picture of one of them. How about those Chocolate Espresso Muffins? Now those call for coffee!

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How to Make Muffins at Home

  • It iseasy!
  • It's necessary to have muffin tins for these breakfast muffins enough for 12 muffins.
  • Paper cups come in very handy, especially if you're not sure of the recipe yet. Or if the tin is old and blackened or if you want to use as little 'grease as possible' or make them prettier with a certain color paper cup.
  • Round up all of your ingredients. Sometimes, there are quite a few if adding fruit and spices.
  • Get the equipment together. Including a mixer or large, sturdy wooden spoon, measuring cups and spoons, a paring knife, and a large bowl.
  • Follow the recipe exactly. Baking can be tricky if you go off track.

Can Breakfast Muffins Be Frozen?

  • Most definitely!
  • IF FREEZING:
  • After they have cooled, you may freeze them using any of the methods shown in my article How to Prepare Food for the Freezer.
  • They defrost quickly, so it doesn't take any planning. The microwave will also zap them in 20 seconds.
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Healthy Morning Muffins

Ginny McMeans

Healthy Morning Muffins have multiple grains, oats, nuts and fruit. They make a morning ritual complete.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine Muffins

Servings 12 Muffins

Calories 177 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal mixed with 2 ½ tablespoons water - this is the egg substitute
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • ½ cup bran cereal - ground coarsely
  • ½ cup finely ground bran cereal
  • ½ cup quick cooking oats
  • ½ cup cornmeal
  • ½ cup coconut sugar
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup raisins
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • cup dairy-free butter, melted and cooled a bit
  • 1 cup 1 apple - whatever the measurement turns out to be - granny smith apple, peeled and cut chunks (this will go into a food processor later. Do not peel the apple until right before using because it will turn brown - a bit.

Instructions

  • Mix the flaxseed meal and water and set aside.

  • Put muffin paper liners in 12 muffin cups.

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, both bran cereals, oats, cornmeal, sugar, walnuts, raisins, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg.

  • In a food processor add the flaxseed meal mixture, almond milk, melted butter, and apple and process for about 15 seconds.

  • Pour this liquid mixture into the large bowl that is holding all the dry ingredients. Stir well until just combined.

  • Spoon the batter into each muffin cup.The batter will pretty much be to the top of the muffin cups.

  • Bake at 400° for 25 minutes or until a toothpick, inserted in the center, comes out clean.

  • Transfer muffins to a rack and let cool.

Notes

IF FREEZING:

After they have cooled you may freeze them in any of the methods shown in my article How to Prepare Food for the Freezer.

They defrost quickly so it really doesn't take any planning. The microwave will also zap them in 20 seconds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1MuffinCalories: 177kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 288mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 85IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 66mgIron: 1.9mg

Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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  1. Ginny McMeans

    If you are meaning the vegan butter then, I am sorry, but no. This recipe has to have it. Maybe you could substitute a mashed banana for it. Not sure though since I have not tried it. let me know if you make them. Thanks 🙂

  2. Ginny McMeans

    Welcome! I am so glad you found me too! Congratulations for making the change. One hint is to make sure you get enough protein to start with. I didn't pay attention and my hair got brittle. I take a supplement (biotin) just to keep my bases covered. Keep coming back because I am always putting on new goodies. 🙂

  3. Suzanne Scott

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    These have become my favorite muffins. They are so full of great fiber and I feel full forever! Thanks for the great recipe!

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FAQs

Which muffin is healthiest? ›

Best: Soozy's Grain-Free Match Green Tea Muffin

They're made with whole-food ingredients, including almond flour, whole eggs, and coconut cream. We love that they're a lower-sugar option and don't contain any artificial sweeteners. Plus, the almond flour keeps these low in carbs and high in fiber.

Is a muffin healthy for breakfast? ›

Most store-bought muffins are like glorified cupcakes—they're full of sugar and simple carbs. "They can be packed with added sugar and low in fiber, sending your blood sugar levels on a roller coaster before you even get to work," says Charlotte Martin, MS, RDN, CSOWM, CPT.

Can I freeze savoury muffins? ›

Savoury muffins freeze well. Freeze them in an airtight container. Defrost individual muffins as you need them. Halve the ingredients if you're short of freezer space to make around six muffins.

What goes good with muffins? ›

Common accompaniments include coffee, tea, fresh fruit, yogurt, scrambled eggs, and spreads like butter, jam, or cream cheese. Are muffins for breakfast or dessert? Muffins are versatile and can be enjoyed at breakfast, as a snack, or as a dessert, depending on their flavor and toppings.

Is it OK to eat a muffin everyday? ›

Now muffins aren't all bad. These things are only unhealthy if eaten on a regular basis. If every so often you want a muffin for breakfast or a snack, that's no big deal. When you grab a bakery muffin for breakfast daily, that's when you increase your risk for unwanted weight gain and other health issues.

Can I eat a muffin while trying to lose weight? ›

Toasting an English muffin seems simple enough, but there is one key rule about it — it needs to be whole wheat. A high-fiber, low-fat option with calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and selenium, whole wheat English muffins make a great weight loss breakfast food.

Are muffins better for you than bread? ›

English muffins tend to be a little healthier than bread since English muffins have less carbohydrates, fats, and sugar than bread. While bread does contain slightly more fat when compared to English muffins, both options have 1 gram or less of total fat.

Can you freeze a breakfast muffin? ›

Make up your muffins by filling them with a slice of cheese, the baked egg and 2 bacon rashers. Wrap up tightly, label and store in the fridge or freezer.

Is it better to freeze or refrigerate muffins? ›

If you're looking to make your muffins last more than four days, your best bet is to freeze. Cool muffins completely before wrapping each on individually in plastic wrap. Place individually wrapped muffins in freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to two months.

How do you keep muffins fresh in the freezer? ›

Freezing Muffins
  1. Step one: First put them on a sheet pan and place it in the freezer to flash freeze them.
  2. Step two: Let them sit in the freezer for 2 hours to secure their shape.
  3. Step three: Then you can simply place them in an airtight container or airtight freezer bags.
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What is the most popular muffin? ›

Blueberry muffins are probably the single most popular muffin of all time. They are like the Beyonce of muffins. And this recipe is called "To Die For" for a reason. Generously sized with a little bit of crunch in the sugary topping, these are the blueberry ideal.

What not to do when making muffins? ›

Here are some common mistakes that might be causing this:
  1. Over mixing the batter.
  2. Overfilling the muffin tray.
  3. Leaving the muffins in the pan after they have baked.
  4. Berries, nuts, and chocolate chips sink to the bottom.
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What do muffins do for your body? ›

Support gut health

Thanks to their fiber content, whole wheat English muffins may help your digestive health. In fact, some research shows that consuming enough fiber could be beneficial for people who are dealing with chronic constipation. This may also help prevent hemorrhoids (8).

What is a high quality muffin? ›

High-quality muffins have a thin, evenly browned crust. Top is symmetrical, but looks rough. When broken apart, texture is uniform and crumb is tender and light.

Are any muffins good for you? ›

Some muffins that you buy in store or at a coffee shop have a lot of sugar in them and other ingredients that are not good for consumption. If you are going to to eat muffins for breakfast, I have to recommendations: One, make your own muffins so you know the ingredients and second, eat them at moderation.

Is a blueberry muffin healthier than a donut? ›

It's time for a food face-off. When it comes to calories, carbs, and sugar, there's a clear winner: doughnuts. The fried rings have 155 fewer calories, half the carbs, and 21 fewer grams of sugar than muffins.

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