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Healthy Bran Muffins

Healthy Bran Muffins

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

Description

These Healthy Bran Muffins are quick to make and perfect for busy mornings. Packed with fiber-rich bran flakes, wholesome whole wheat flour, natural sweeteners, and moistening applesauce, they offer a tender, flavorful, and nutritious start to your day. Easy to customize with nuts, fruits, or spices, they are a versatile and wholesome grab-and-go breakfast option.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup bran flakes
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (natural)
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup applesauce (natural)
  • 3/4 cup milk (plant-based)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)

Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup chopped dates

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine bran flakes, whole wheat flour, baking powder, brown sugar (natural), ground flaxseed, and natural gelling agent. Stir well to evenly distribute all ingredients for a consistent crumb.
  2. Mix Together the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together applesauce (natural), milk (plant-based), apple cider vinegar (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and vanilla extract (natural) until smooth and unified.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender and light. Carefully fold in the chopped dates to spread their natural sweetness evenly throughout the batter.
  4. Transfer to Muffin Tin and Bake: Line a muffin tin with paper cups or lightly grease it. Spoon the batter evenly into 12 muffin molds. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the muffins cool briefly before removing them from the tin.

Notes

  • Measure carefully: Spoon and level flour for accuracy to prevent dry muffins.
  • Don’t overmix: Stir just until ingredients combine to keep muffins tender.
  • Use fresh baking powder: Ensures proper rise and light texture.
  • Moisture check: Add a splash more plant-based milk if batter is too thick.
  • Cooling: Cool muffins in the pan 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to avoid breakage.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: healthy bran muffins, plant-based muffins, fiber rich breakfast, quick muffins, vegan muffins

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