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Moist, High-Fiber Bran Muffins (Freezer-Friendly)

A stack of four dark, moist bran muffins with visible raisins, sitting on a white plate bathed in sunlight.
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Bake these simple, moist bran muffins packed with fiber. They are perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast or snack and freeze well for later use.

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 honey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 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 stand for 10 minutes to soften the bran.
  3. Add the buttermilk, applesauce, honey, egg, oil, 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 just disappears. Do not overmix. Fold in raisins or chopped apple, if using.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a variation, substitute 1/2 cup of the wheat bran with oat bran for Oat Bran Muffins.
  • These muffins freeze well. Cool completely, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight on the counter or reheat briefly.
  • If you do not have buttermilk, mix 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.

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