Banana Espresso Chip Muffins

Banana Espresso Chip Muffins

I have really been dragging in the morning this week, so I decided to sneak a little espresso into my morning muffin to help get me moving.  These muffins use dates instead of sugar so they are naturally sweetened. Ingredients: 3-4 ripe bananas (3 mashed, 

Persimmon Muffins with Cranberry Pecan Crumble

Persimmon Muffins with Cranberry Pecan Crumble

I love trying new fruits and vegetables. When I saw fresh persimmons at the grocery store, I bought them and then started looking for recipes once I got home.  I start every morning with a muffin so persimmon muffins seemed like a great idea.  I 

Gingerbread Granola

Gingerbread Granola

I was a little unsure when I read this recipe, but I decided to try it anyway.  These granola bars really do taste like gingerbread cookies, but they are so much healthier. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: ½ cup dark brown sugar ½ cup 

Candied Bacon

Candied Bacon

My sons love bacon cooked just about anyway, so when I saw this recipe I had to try it.  I don’t normally eat bacon but even I couldn’t resist this breakfast treat. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 1 12 ounce can soda ¾ cup 

Zucchini Cake Muffins with Candied Pecan Topping

Zucchini Cake Muffins with Candied Pecan Topping

I make a different kind of muffin every week and I have to say these are one of my all time favorites.  The grated zucchini and carrot make them healthy, the pecans add a lovely crunch, and the spices make these burst with flavor.  Ingredients: 

Cranberry Olive Oil Corn Muffins

Cranberry Olive Oil Corn Muffins

I absolutely love cranberries and these muffins are bursting with cranberry.  I used leftover homemade cranberry sauce, but you can use canned whole berry cranberry sauce too.  Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 2 cups whole berry cranberry sauce ½ cup Truvia or 1 cup 

Egg Muffin Cups

Egg Muffin Cups

These are simple to make and prep in advance when cooking a large breakfast or breakfast for dinner.  You can easily customize these egg cups by adding to the mix.  My kids love sliced ham and shredded cheese in their muffin cups.  I always add 

Light Protein Packed Pumpkin French Toast

Light Protein Packed Pumpkin French Toast

I can’t even remember the last time I had French toast, but I’m sure it has been years.  I tried to lighten up French toast some by using egg whites and nonfat milk.  I also added a scoop of vanilla protein powder to add some 

Carrot and Pumpkin Muffins with Ginger Yogurt Glaze

Carrot and Pumpkin Muffins with Ginger Yogurt Glaze

These are a light and healthy flavorful way to start the day.  The muffins have grated carrots, pumpkin puree, and a ginger and yogurt glaze. Ingredients: Muffins- 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup almond flour 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 2 teaspoons baking powder 

Cranberry Orange Oatmeal Muffins

Cranberry Orange Oatmeal Muffins

These muffins are packed with flavor and a healthy way to start off your morning. Ingredients: 4 cups old fashioned oats 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 2 cups unsweetened almond milk 2 tablespoons flax seeds ¼ cup coconut