21 Muffins and Quick Breads for a Busy Week

Busy mornings are a lot easier when breakfast is already waiting on the counter. These muffins and quick breads can be baked ahead, sliced or packed up, and grabbed whenever the week starts moving fast. From cozy fall flavors to fruit-filled favorites, there is plenty here to keep breakfast interesting.

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Soft pumpkin muffins with warm spices get a creamy cheesecake-style center for an easy seasonal breakfast. They are cozy enough for fall but practical enough to grab on a busy morning.
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Mini Pumpkin Muffins

These bite-size pumpkin muffins are soft, fluffy, and filled with warm spice. Their small size makes them easy to pack for breakfast or keep on hand for a quick snack.
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Chocolate Chip Cherry Muffins (One Bowl)

Juicy cherries and chocolate chips are folded into soft, bakery-style muffins that come together in one bowl. They are a simple option when you want something homemade without creating a sink full of dishes.
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Peach Cobbler Muffins (with Fresh or Canned Peaches)

These tender muffins bring peach cobbler flavor into an easy breakfast bake. Since you can use fresh or canned peaches, they work even when fresh fruit is not in season.
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Moist Banana Bread Without Baking Soda

Ripe bananas give this loaf plenty of moisture and classic banana flavor without relying on baking soda. Slice it ahead of time for an easy breakfast or snack throughout the week.
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Buttermilk Spice Muffins Recipe

Warm spices and buttermilk give these muffins a soft texture and cozy flavor. They are an easy make-ahead bake for mornings when you want breakfast ready to grab.
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Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread

Tart cranberries and cream cheese make this quick bread soft, tender, and just sweet enough. Bake a loaf ahead and slice it through the week for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
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Applesauce Pumpkin Bread

Pumpkin and applesauce keep this quick bread soft and moist while warm spices bring plenty of fall flavor. It is an easy loaf to bake ahead for breakfasts during a busy week.
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Cinnamon Sweet Potato Muffin Recipe

Sweet potato keeps these muffins moist while cinnamon and a streusel topping add warm, cozy flavor. They are hearty enough for breakfast and easy to make ahead.
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Pear Muffins with Candied Ginger

Tender pear and candied ginger give these moist muffins a sweet, warmly spiced flavor. They are a nice make-ahead choice for breakfast when fall mornings start getting busy.
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Mixed Berry Muffins with Streusel Topping

A mix of berries adds bursts of fruit to these soft muffins, while a streusel topping gives them a bakery-style finish. Make a batch once and breakfast is ready for several mornings.
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Chunky Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins

Chunks of banana and chocolate chips make these muffins moist, hearty, and a little indulgent. They are easy to pack for breakfast or save for an afternoon pick-me-up.
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Spiced Apple Muffins with Coconut and Chinese Five Spice

Fresh apple, coconut, and Chinese five spice give these tender muffins a warm flavor that stands out from the usual apple bake. They are a convenient grab-and-go breakfast for a full week.
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Old School Morning Glory Muffins with Coconut

These hearty morning glory muffins combine coconut with the familiar mix of ingredients that makes this classic breakfast bake so satisfying. They are especially handy when you need something ready before the day gets moving.
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Not Too Sweet Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Bright lemon and poppy seeds give these tender muffins plenty of flavor without making them overly sweet. They are a fresh, simple option for breakfast or a midday snack.
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Easy Strawberry Quick Bread with a Strawberry Glaze

Fresh strawberry flavor runs through this moist quick bread and continues into the sweet glaze on top. Slice it ahead so you have an easy breakfast or snack ready for the week.
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Pumpkin Apple Bread with Crumb Topping (No Mixer Needed!)

Pumpkin and apple make this loaf moist and full of fall flavor, while a crumb topping adds a little texture. Since no mixer is needed, it is an especially easy weekend bake for the week ahead.
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Banana Zucchini Bread with Chocolate Chips

Ripe banana and zucchini keep this quick bread tender and moist, with chocolate chips adding a sweet finish. It is a useful make-ahead loaf for breakfast, lunchboxes, or snacks.
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Cranberry and Nut Bread for Cozy Mornings and Gifting

Tart cranberries and crunchy nuts give this quick bread a mix of bright flavor and texture. Bake it ahead for cozy breakfasts, or make an extra loaf when you need an easy homemade gift.
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Make Fluffy Banana Muffins from Cake Mix: Just 4 Ingredients

A box of cake mix helps these banana muffins come together with only four ingredients. They are a convenient choice when you want a soft homemade breakfast without a long ingredient list.
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Bakery-Style Orange Cranberry Muffins with Crumb Topping

Orange and cranberry bring a bright, tangy flavor to these buttery muffins, while the crumb topping gives them a bakery-style finish. They are easy to make ahead for breakfast during a busy week.
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