muffin

noun

muf·​fin ˈmə-fən 

: a quick bread made of batter containing egg and baked in a pan having cuplike molds

Examples of muffin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Flash freeze muffins or slices before wrapping individually; freeze loaves tightly wrapped for up to 3 months. — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2026

To make cleanup a breeze, coat the muffins in the sugar-and-spice mixture over a piece of parchment paper. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2026

Try adding ground flaxseed to oatmeal, smoothies, pancake batter, muffins, or yogurt. — Lindsey Desoto, HEALTH, 5 Aug. 2026

But despite their widespread popularity, many people wonder whether English muffins are actually a healthy choice or simply another refined grain best enjoyed in moderation. — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

probably from Low German muffen, plural of muffe cake

First Known Use

1703, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing muffin

• English muffin
• muffin top
• stud muffin

Rhymes for muffin

• toughen

Kids Definition

muffin

noun

muf·​fin ˈməf-ən 

: a bread made of batter containing egg that is baked in a small cup-shaped container