Morning Glory Muffins

What Makes a Morning Glory Muffin Special?

If there’s one muffin that lives up to its name, it’s the Morning Glory Muffin. Packed with wholesome goodness like carrots, apples, raisins, and nuts, this classic recipe is a cozy blend of flavor, nutrition, and sweetness.

Whether rushing out the door or sipping coffee on a slow morning, these muffins are a grab-and-go breakfast that feels like breakfast—filling, nourishing, and totally satisfying.

What Makes a Morning Glory Muffin Special?

Born in the health-conscious kitchens of the late 1970s, Morning Glory Muffins were created to be both hearty and delicious. Think of them as a cross between carrot cake, apple muffins, and your favorite trail mix. They’re naturally sweetened with fruit, incredibly moist thanks to shredded carrot and apple, and full of texture from chopped nuts and coconut.

They also freeze beautifully, making them a perfect make-ahead breakfast or lunchbox treat!

Morning Glory Muffin Recipe

Ingredients:

Dry

• 1 ⅓ cups whole wheat flour
• ½  cup granulated sugar
• ¼ light brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1½  tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt

Wet

• 2 eggs⅔
• ⅔c vegetable or canola oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

• ¾ cup grated carrot (about 2 medium)
• 1 diced apple
• ½ cup raisins
• ¼ cup shredded coconut
• ¼ cup drained pineapples
• ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)