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Moist, High-Fiber Bran Muffins for a Healthy Breakfast

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Bake a batch of these moist, homemade bran muffins. They are naturally high in fiber, use wholesome ingredients, and freeze well for easy grab-and-go breakfasts.

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
  • 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 10 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 you just combine the batter; do not overmix. If using, fold in the raisins or chopped apple now.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For freezer-friendly muffins, cool completely, then wrap each muffin tightly in plastic wrap before placing them in a freezer-safe bag. They keep well for up to three months.
  • To make these oat bran muffins, substitute half of the wheat bran with oat bran.
  • If you prefer naturally sweetened muffins, use maple syrup instead of brown sugar.
  • These are excellent for meal prep and make a strong fiber rich breakfast choice.

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