Let’s be real for a second. The top is the only part of a muffin that truly matters.
I know that sounds bold. But I think at least half the world agrees with me on this.
The stumps just cannot compare to that fluffy and buttery dome.
I curated this list of 10 muffin top recipes because I know I am not alone in this belief. You are going to be so delighted that you found these.
1. Chocolate Chip Muffin Tops
You can call these muffin cookies or muffin tops. These treats are super soft and fluffy.
You get that wonderful muffin texture in a cookie format. It really is the best of both worlds.
You bake them just like you would bake a batch of cookies. The recipe requires fewer than 10 ingredients.
They take only 20 minutes to prepare and bake. The gooey chocolate chips are just heaven when they hit your tongue.
2. Gingerbread Muffin Top Cookies
Imagine a standard gingerbread cookie. Now make it much bigger and fluffier and chewier.
That is exactly what these rich and warm treats are. One batch only makes about seven cookies because they are so large.
You might want to make a few batches since they only take 10 ingredients. The whole process takes just 45 minutes.
You will not want to stop eating them once you start.
3. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin Tops
These burnt orange treats might look a little distinct. But biting into one is like biting into a soft pillow or a cloud.
The taste is absolutely exceptional. You get all the best fall flavors like cinnamon and brown sugar and nutmeg.
The pumpkin puree and chocolate chips make a perfect pair. It is impossible not to love these.
4. Cranberry Muffin Top Cookies
This is the quintessential holiday treat. They look gorgeous on a table or in a gift bag.
The recipe uses fundamental holiday ingredients like brown sugar and vanilla and cranberries. You will love the fluffy and cloud like texture.
A streusel topping adds a tiny bit of crunch. The ingredient list is a little long.
But you can bake 28 cookies in just 30 minutes.
5. Blueberry Muffin Tops
My mind goes straight to blueberry whenever I think of muffins. It is just such a classic flavor.
The thick and fluffy tops are the best thing about them. You only need 10 ingredients to make this recipe happen.
You will have some of the tastiest muffin tops imaginable in about 30 minutes.
6. Banana Bread Muffin Tops
These are not as light as some of the other options on this list. They are dense and chewy and unbelievably filling.
They might not be the prettiest snacks. But the flavor is marvelous if you enjoy banana bread.
You get robust notes of banana and chocolate with a hint of cinnamon. Dates provide a complex and delicious taste.
They are a perfect mid day pick me up.
7. Lemon Blueberry Muffin Tops
Try this recipe if you prefer your sweets to be a bit tart and tangy. The consistency reminds me of those soft oversized sugar cookies from Walmart.
But you get the sweet and sour flavors of blueberries and lemons here. You can leave off the glaze if you want.
I say you should go for it though.
8. Double Chocolate Muffin Tops
These muffin tops are for anyone who loves pure chocolate decadence. The recipe requires just 10 ingredients.
They are also gluten free. It is very easy to eat the entire batch in one sitting.
You will love the rich chocolate flavor. The texture is light and pillowy.
9. Applesauce Oatmeal Muffin Tops
These are perfect if you prefer a denser and more crumbly texture. They taste primarily of apples.
The best part is the streusel topping made of brown sugar and walnuts and flour. You also get a relatively good source of fiber from the oats and raisins.
It is a win for apple lovers.
10. Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Muffin Tops
It is hard to beat the classic combination of peanut butter and chocolate. This recipe also adds applesauce and oats and vanilla to the mix.
The creator Michelle calls these a delicious accident. She intended to make cookies but ended up with fluffy muffin tops instead.
I make these on purpose all the time now. It is a wonderful mistake.