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Healthy Bran Muffins

Healthy Bran Muffins

  • Author: Christopher
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Healthy Bran Muffins are a nourishing and quick-to-prepare breakfast or snack option, packed with fiber-rich bran, whole wheat flour, natural sweeteners, and plant-based ingredients. Moist and flavorful with a tender crumb, they provide lasting energy and can be easily customized with nuts, seeds, or dried fruits to suit your taste.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup bran cereal or wheat bran
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup natural brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 cup plant-based milk (plant-based)
  • 1/4 cup grape juice (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped dried fruit such as dates, raisins, or apricots (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the bran cereal, whole wheat flour, natural brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and natural gelling agent. Whisk them together thoroughly to ensure even distribution of all dry components.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, blend the unsweetened applesauce, plant-based milk, grape juice, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and natural vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients. Fold gently using a spatula, stirring just until incorporated to maintain a tender texture and avoid overmixing.
  4. Add Optional Mix-ins: If desired, fold in chopped nuts, seeds, or dried fruits gently to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
  5. Prepare Muffin Tin and Bake: Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup. Fill the cups about three-quarters full with the batter. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use fresh bran for the best nutritional value and texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender and fluffy.
  • Adjust the amount of plant-based milk to achieve the right batter consistency if it feels too thick or dry.
  • Check oven temperature with an oven thermometer to ensure even baking.
  • Allow muffins to cool completely for optimal flavor and texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: bran muffins, healthy muffins, plant-based muffins, fiber-rich, breakfast, snack, vegan muffins, whole wheat muffins

Find it online: https://easyrecipeplanet.com/healthy-bran-muffins/