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

Three dark, rich chocolate bran muffins cooling on a wire rack in bright sunlight.
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Bake a batch of these homemade bran muffins. They are moist, flavorful, and naturally high in fiber, making them a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or healthy snack. This recipe is easy to make and freezer-friendly for busy mornings.

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 vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup raisins or chopped apple (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees 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, oil, egg, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to the bran mixture. Stir until just combined.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix gently until the flour streaks just disappear. Do not overmix.
  6. If using, fold in the raisins or chopped apple.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups.
  8. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra moisture, you can substitute half of the flour with oat bran.
  • These muffins freeze well. Cool them completely, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to three months. Thaw overnight on the counter or reheat briefly.
  • If you prefer a less sweet muffin, reduce the brown sugar to 1/3 cup.

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