Mediterranean-Inspired Muffins With Vegan, Sugar and Gluten-Free Options.

Tender Crumb Creations is a home based organic muffin business that is uniquely procured with its primary ingredient olive oil instead of butter. Olive oil has many health benefits including: Managing weight, lowering bad cholesterol, enhancing antioxidants and improving bone density.

The founder and home baker, John Gibson is a retired finance and real estate entrepreneur who graduated with highest honors from the prestigious The Institute of Culinary Education in Los Angeles earning the title of Chef. His externship was completed at 2 Michelin star restaurant Melisse/Citrin in Santa Monica and Project Angel Food in Hollywood.

The Tender Crumb Creations uniquely designed company logo exudes the delight of the muffins, it’s natural ingredients and an essence of serenity.

Specialty offers include seasonal muffins, event pre orders and signature yuzu cakes. A variety of muffins can be made on a daily basis.

With hundreds of customers already appetized by the muffins, Tender Crumb Creations is on a steady road to success. These testimonials convey their delicious and healthy appeal.

”Great tasting and tender crumb. Made with olive oil even better! The Muffin Man can!” - Magic

”Delicious muffin I will order again. Thx so much!”-Liz

”I am so grateful to finally find a muffin that is vegan/gluten free and taste this good.” -Antoinette

”Olive oil is my favorite so getting a muffin made with olive oil is a dream.” -Jay

”The muffins are extremely healthy but also tasty. Every flavor is amazing!” -Elijah

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Menu/Price List

Q: How to care for and enjoy your olive oil muffins

Room Temperature: Best enjoyed within 2-3 days. Keep sealed in the box or an airtight container in a cool spot. Refrigerate: Lasts up to 5-6 days. Warm gently in the oven at 325°F for 5 minutes for that fresh-baked aroma. Freeze for Later: Wrap each muffin with plastic wrap or foil and freeze up to 2 months. Reheat at 350°F for 8-10 minutes or let thaw overnight.

Q: How many grams of protein in the banana/chocolate chip and oat bran?

10-12 gram of whey (Dairy based) protein. Plant based protein is available on request.

Q: How many days in advance to place an order?

A dozen or 1/2 dozen is 2 days. Any order size above these are 5 days.

MUFFINS PER DOZEN

Adzuki (Sweet Red Bean) with White Miso Glaze

Soulful fusion of East meets West in every bite. These tender olive oil muffins are infused with sweet and earthy adzuki beans. Their natural richness complimented by a silky white miso glaze. A sweet and salty taste profile that will delight your taste buds.

Blueberry Streusel

Organic blueberries topped with organic brown and granulated sugar streusel

Carrots/Raisins/Pecans With Buttercream Icing

2025 Los Angeles County Fair Third Place Award Winner Muffin Category. My favorite muffin is made with organic, hand-shredded carrots, organic raisins, and organic pecans. Topped with American buttercream with a touch of lemon juice for tartness

Apple Spice

Organic honeycrisp and Granny Smith apples with warm touches of cinnamon and allspice

Matcha

Organic, culinary-grade Japanese matcha topped with powdered sugar or glaze.

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Orange and Cardamom Zucchini

Freshly squeezed organic navel oranges and organic zucchini with a hint of cardamom spice

Yuzu

Yuzu flavor is a cross between orange and lemon. It can be topped with a yuzu glaze or powdered sugar

Chocolate Chip/Vanilla

Semi-sweet milk chocolate chips with Nielsen Massey vanilla bean paste

Double Chocolate Chip

For all those chocolate lovers! A triple cocoa blend infused with a touch of espresso for richness

Banana Nut

Organic bananas topped with turbinado sugar and organic walnuts

Vanilla

Old-school favorite

Pumpkin Pecan Streusel

100% pure pumpkin with no preservatives. Pecan streusel topping

Banana/Chocolate Chip Protein

Organic bananas with Ghirardelli chocolate chips with whey protein (Dairy) Total grams of protein is 12

Oat Bran Walnut/Date Protein

Healthy Oat Bran with Organic Walnut/Dates and whey protein.

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FAQ

What sugar substitute is used for sugar free?

Monk fruit is used as a natural zero calorie/carb sweetener. It is diabetic and keto friendly.

Why olive oil instead of butter?

1. Heart Health

Rich in monounsaturated fats (mainly oleic acid), which help lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and raise HDL (“good”) cholesterol.
Contains polyphenols and antioxidants that reduce inflammation and protect arteries from damage.

2. Anti-Inflammatory Properties

EVOO contains oleocanthal, a compound with effects similar to ibuprofen in reducing inflammation — which is key in preventing chronic diseases.

3. Brain Protection

The antioxidants in olive oil support cognitive function and may help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by protecting neurons from oxidative stress.

4. Digestive Health

Promotes healthy digestion and may reduce acid reflux or gastritis.
Encourages smoother bowel movements due to its mild lubricating effect.

5. Blood Sugar Control

Helps regulate insulin levels and improve sensitivity, making it beneficial for people with or at risk of type 2 diabetes.

6. Skin & Hair Health

Olive oil is often used topically or in diets to moisturize skin, promote elasticity, and reduce oxidative stress on skin and hair cells.

How to care for and enjoy your olive oil muffins

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Do you ship nationwide?

Can you make any flavor into a cake?

What makes Tender Crumb Creations different?

Each muffin is crafted with care — balancing flavor, texture, and feel-good ingredients. Muffins are sold everywhere but making something ordinary into extraordinary is something I take a lot of pride in. From using organic high quality ingredients to the meticulous and careful process of baking, my artisanal muffins aim to please flavor and health conscious customers. My goal is simple: make comfort food feel fresh, modern, kind and guilt free.

How many days in advance to place an order?

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My Story

After retiring from Real Estate and Financial Industries in 2014, I decided to go back to school to get my culinary arts degree. In 2024 I graduated from The Institute of Culinary Education in Los Angeles.

What began as a friendly share of my muffins to friends at Equinox in 2024 turned into a fortuitous encounter with the legendary Magic Johnson. He was intrigued that I baked muffins with olive oil as he had a fondness for it from his vacations to Italy. I gave him a chocolate chip muffin which he loved.

When I saw him after the weekend he boasted how moist and tender the textures were and the flavor was delicious. Most importantly he didn’t get the usual heavy feeling after eating a muffin. Subsequently he ordered a dozen sugar free apple spice muffins and to this day orders for his office employees who are healthy oriented. We took a selfie with my muffins and I posted it to instagram that led to 25 orders that week. That’s what I call “The Magic Effect!”. This is how my business started that led me eventually to place 3rd with my carrot cake at the 2025 LA County Fair muffin category.