Description
Bran muffins are a delightful, nutritious way to kickstart your day. Soft and moist, these easy-to-make treats are perfect for breakfast or a quick snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup bran flakes
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup milk (or plant-based alternative)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or coconut oil)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Optional: 1/2 cup nuts or dried fruits
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together whole wheat flour, bran flakes, baking powder, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture and stir until just combined. If desired, fold in nuts or dried fruits.
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners and fill each cup two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Notes
- To enhance flavor, try adding chocolate chips or fresh fruit.
- Muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or frozen for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg