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Moist, High-Fiber Bran Muffins for a Healthy Grab-and-Go Breakfast

Close-up of two delicious bran muffins, one whole and one halved showing the moist interior and raisins.
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Bake a batch of these incredibly moist bran muffins. They are packed with fiber, naturally sweetened, and perfect for meal prepping or a quick, healthy breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups wheat bran
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup melted butter or oil
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar (or maple syrup for natural sweetness)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup raisins or chopped apple (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the wheat bran and boiling water. Let this mixture sit for 5 minutes to soften the bran.
  3. Add the buttermilk, applesauce, melted butter, egg, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to the bran mixture. Stir until just combined.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix gently until the flour streaks just disappear. Do not overmix.
  6. If using, fold in the raisins or chopped apple.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups. Fill each cup about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For an oat bran muffin variation, substitute half of the wheat bran with oat bran.
  • These muffins freeze well. Cool completely, then wrap individually in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months. Thaw on the counter or microwave briefly.
  • If you prefer a less sweet muffin, reduce the brown sugar to 1/3 cup.
  • This recipe makes a great base for adding 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans for extra texture.

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