13 Healthy Muffin Recipes for Kids (and Adults!)

Breakfast & Brunch, Recipes, Snacks

Written by Anna Pashkova, MS, RDN, LD, ACSM-EP / Reviewed by Chef Julie Andrews, MS, RDN, CD, FAND

Who doesn’t love muffins? If you’ve made it here, you’re likely a muffin fan and you’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up 13 healthy muffin recipes for kids (and adults!) that are easy, deliciously good and perfect for breakfast, snacks or dessert.

There’s something for every taste on this list!

Featured Healthy Muffin Recipes for Kids (and Adults, too)

Mixed Berry Crumble Muffins

Hearty, wholesome & flavorful with a crumbly buttery topping — this is what muffin dreams are made of! While these muffins were originally inspired by fresh summer berries, they can be made using either fresh or frozen berries making them perfect for all year round.

The inside is soft and tender with oats and whole wheat pastry flour. If you’re gluten-free or prefer other flours, substitutions can easily be made, too!

Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins

Chocolate chip muffins made in a smaller size for snacking, grab-and-go bites, or as a yummy addition to breakfast or lunch. They’re made with whole grains, Greek yogurt and dark chocolate chips for a healthier take on the classic.

Better yet, these are totally freezer friendly! Check out the blog post for muffin-making tips and how to make them in a regular size, too!

Mini muffins in a basket (an example of a healthy muffin recipe)

Sweet Potato Muffins with Graham Cracker Crumble

It’s always a win when a veggie meets a muffin for the perfect match. While these sweet potato muffins definitely scream fall and taste like the holidays, you may find yourself making them in the spring and summer after you try them.

They’re lightly sweetened, moist, and finished with a graham cracker crumble topping. And if you happen to be a pumpkin spice fan, you’ll be happy to know it’s a part of this recipe, too! 🙂

Side shot of a sweet potato muffin with the wrap peeled back.

More Easy and Healthy Muffin Recipes

Blueberry Date Muffins

Pumpkin Muffins with Pistachio Crumble

Cheddar, Jalapeno, and Bacon Cornbread Muffins

Banana Crunch Muffins

Side shot of a bite taken out of healthy banana crunch muffin recipe.

Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins

Overhead shot of healthy almond flour blueberry muffin recipe.

Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Muffins

Healthy Morning Glory Muffins

A healthy muffin recipe (morning glory) that has a bite taken out of it and shown from a side view.

6 Muffin Recipes from Around the Web

Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins from Love and Zest
Banana Bread Muffins from Julie Arrington
Double Chocolate Beet Muffins from Dishing Out Health
Applesauce Oat Muffins by Tastes Better from Scratch
Healthy Zucchini Muffins by Gimme Some Oven
Healthy Carrot Muffins by Pinch of Yum

The Must-Have Essentials

The Essentials Checklist is your ticket to a well-stocked kitchen and more enjoyable cooking! From pantry and freezer staples to fresh ingredients, these are the ingredients you’ll find most often in my recipes. With a bit of prep, you can skip that extra trip to the store and instead pour yourself some wine.

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About me

Hi, I’m Julie!
Chef – Registered Dietitian – Passionate about Easy Healthy Eating

I love food and know you do too! Let’s revel in it together. I’m a chef, dietitian, cookbook author and recipe creator living an inspired foodie life in the heartland. I’ve spent long hours studying human nutrition so you don’t have to — and I’m dedicated to sharing that info in easy, digestible bites. In The Gourmet RD kitchen, you’ll find tips and recipes to help you enjoy cooking craveable, wholesome and nutritious foods.

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