Chrissy Freer’s choice of healthy muffin recipes for a tasty lunch

Nutritionist Chrissy Freer reveals her selection of healthy muffin recipes that will make a perfect addition to any school or lunch box.

Hand-picked by our nutritionist Chrissy Freer, these muffins for kids use wholemeal flour, are full of vegetables and fruits, like banana and apple, and contain less refined sugars so you can feel good about packing them in the lunchbox.

Pumpkin and chia muffins.

Pumpkin and chia muffins

Use flora original to whip up these cheesy pumpkin and chia muffins! Great for a morning snack or as a side for soup!

Banana and rolled oat muffins

Make healthier snack choices with oven-baked treats, like these banana and oat muffins.

Zucchini slice muffins.

Pie maker zucchini slice muffins

Cooked in a Kmart pie maker in just 15 minutes, these quick and easy muffins taste exactly like zucchini slice, perfect for the kids’ lunchboxes.

Vegie-loaded pumpkin and cheese muffins

These easy savoury muffins are packed with cheese, pumpkin and hidden vegetables such as leek and capsicum. The kids will never know!

Apple and bran muffins.

Apple and bran muffins

Start the day right with these wholesome apple and bran muffins, perfect for breakfast or a quick snack on the go!

Oaty apple muffins

Pumpkin seeds and chia seeds add the super in these healthy muffins. Freeze and pack into lunch boxes for healthy, eat-later snacks.

Zucchini muffins.

Zucchini, pumpkin and corn muffins

Get the kids cooking in the kitchen with healthy lunchbox ideas! These zucchini, pumpkin and corn muffins are freezer friendly!

Strawberry yoghurt muffins

Fragrant fresh strawberries star in this healthy lunchbox treat suitable for kids of all ages!

Zucchini and feta muffins.

Healthier zucchini and feta muffins

These easy zucchini muffins are made with ricotta and reduced-fat feta so they’re still super-cheesy but are way better for you. Pop them in the lunchbox for a great snack or light lunch.

Banana berry yoghurt muffins

Rev up lunchboxes for the start of the new school year with these healthy banana berry muffins.

Passionfruit and coconut muffins.

Passionfruit and coconut muffins

These 3-step muffins are wholesome, easy to make and super delicious - just perfect for kids lunches this spring!

Pumpkin, spinach and fetta muffins

Sneak in some extra vegetables with these scrumptious pumpkins, spinach and fetta muffins.

Zucchini, carrot and honey muffins.

Zucchini, carrot and honey muffins

Keep the kids’ lunchbox tasty with these vegetable muffins. The honey gives them a nice sweet touch!

Healthy sneaky veg muffins

With hidden vegies including pumpkin and zucchini, and no refined sugar, these lunchbox-friendly muffins are a great low-cal snack for the whole family. Ready in 30 minutes, we’ve also provided easy topping ideas.

Vegie, bacon & cheese muffins.

Vegie, bacon & cheese muffins

These savoury muffins have a sweet side, using corn and apple to balance the bacon, capsicum cheese and chives. Perfect for lunchboxes!

Rhubarb bran muffins

These rhubarb bran muffins make a healthy & delicious snack.

Pear, coconut and raspberry spelt muffins.

Pear, coconut and raspberry spelt muffins

These tasty muffins are a healthier alternative to the regular kind and they taste just as good too.

Ham and cheesy cauliflower muffins

Perfect for the lunchbox, these cheesy cauliflower muffins will disappear fast! Even better, they’re budget and freezer-friendly.

Cauliflower cheese muffins.

Cauliflower cheese muffins

Whizz up these cauliflower cheese muffins in time for afternoon tea.

Pumpkin and corn muffins

Pumpkin and corn muffins are the perfect Saturday afternoon tea. Enjoy them warm (and spread with butter) for a delicious treat the whole family will love.

Mexican muffins.

Mexican muffins

These freezer-friendly muffins are quick and easy to prepare, and are perfect for the school lunchbox.

Apple & date muffins

Packed with the goodness of bran, apple and dates, these delicious bites make healthy snacking easy!

Pumpkin and date muffins.

Pumpkin and date muffins

Perfect with a cuppa or in the kids’ lunchboxes, these freezer-friendly muffins will be a new family fave.

Avocado and oat muffins

Use mashed avocado for a healthier alternative to oil or butter when making these delicious banana and oat muffins.

Super-greens muffins.

Super-greens muffins

These budget-friendly muffins are packed with broccoli, spinach and peas, and are a delicious way to sneak more vegies into your kids’ diet.

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Originally published as Chrissy Freer’s choice of healthy muffin recipes for a tasty lunch