Description
Classic Bran Muffins are soft, wholesome, and lightly sweet breakfast staples packed with fiber and flavor. With their rich molasses notes and tender crumb, these muffins are perfect for mornings, snacks, or anytime you need a hearty and healthy treat.
Ingredients
1 cup wheat bran
1 cup buttermilk
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 large egg
½ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon molasses
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
½ cup raisins or chopped dates (optional)
¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
1. Combine wheat bran and buttermilk in a medium bowl and let sit for 10–15 minutes.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, egg, brown sugar, molasses, and vanilla extract.
3. Stir the soaked bran mixture into the wet ingredients.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
5. Fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture in two batches, mixing gently until just combined.
6. Gently stir in raisins or nuts if using.
7. Fill muffin cups ¾ full using a scoop or large spoon.
8. Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
9. Cool muffins in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Soak the bran to ensure a moist texture and better flavor.
Don’t overmix the batter—just combine until no dry spots remain.
Customize with raisins, nuts, or spices for extra variety and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: bran muffins, healthy muffins, classic bran muffin