Jaggers - Moufflet: more than 100 gourmet muffin recipes that rise to any occasion

Candied pecans. Stone-ground cornmeal. Pomegranate molasses.

Gone are the days of boring old blueberry and plain old corn muffins! Todays melt-in-your-mouth muffinsor moufflets as they call them in Franceare packed with exotic spices and unique flavors that make any occasion and any time of day upscale and sophisticated. Whether sweet or savory suits your fancy, these new gourmet muffin creations are sure to please your palate.

Muffins are like individual servings of pure, delicious comfort. Fresh from the oven or enjoyed on the go, they are a treat that simply cannot be beat. What makes muffins even better is how easy they are to create at home. These bakery-fresh pastries take mere moments to mix, and are a perfect canvas for experimenting with new flavors and ingredients. It is a snap to transform a muffin from simple to simply amazing with only a few special ingredients like specialty cheeses and spicy peppers or exotic dried fruits and even candy. In a fraction of the time it takes to make most other kinds of bread you can have an exciting, flavorful tray of piping hot muffins ready for most any occasion!

Of course, there is more to the muffin than just the muffin itself. You can dress up your creations with luscious spreads, flavored butters, sweet glazes, and crumbly toppings that incorporate unexpected ingredients and add a little pizzazz to your muffins. Spreads are versatile. They can be used on sweet and savory muffins to suit any taste. You can even make a few different spreads and invite your friends and family to mix and match their own special blend. In addition, an otherwise plain batch of muffins is easily dressed up with a golden, buttery crumble, a nutty oat topping, or a drizzle of a sweet glaze. These recipes add extra layers of texture and flavor, and will make your muffins as beautiful to look at as they are to devour.

Whether you choose sweet, savory, or a little bit of both, you cannot go wrong with these upscale recipes. Not only are they yummy but they are an easy way to show the people you bake them for how much you care. What better way to treat overnight guests than with a basket of warm muffins and some delicious spreads? Or, how better to top off a comforting dinner than with some fresh, savory muffins? Muffins are made to be enjoyed, either alone or with friends, and with these exciting recipes, the muffins you will bake will be anything but boring!