[header] How to eat a muffin [title] Unwrap your muffin of choice. [step] The paper cup, when unwrapped and placed flat, can help keep any crumbs from spilling elsewhere. [title] Pick away pieces of the muffin top with your fingers. 
[step] You can eat them as is, but they are great for dipping in icing or coffee as well. [substeps] Note that picking apart the muffin with your fingers will create crumbs, making this method less than ideal if you are trying to be clean, or are eating in a public space such as the car or subway.