Apple Spice Sour Cream Bran Muffins

Start your morning on a wholesome and flavorful note with these Apple Spice Sour Cream Bran Muffins! Packed with fiber-rich bran cereal, the natural sweetness of diced apples, and the warm, cozy spices of cinnamon and nutmeg, these muffins strike the perfect balance between indulgent and nutritious. The addition of sour cream ensures a moist, tender crumb, while a sprinkle of optional walnuts or pecans adds a satisfying crunch. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, these muffins are perfect for busy breakfasts or as a make-ahead snack. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or paired with your favorite cup of coffee or tea for a comforting treat that's as healthy as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Bran cereal
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar (packed)
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Apple (peeled, cored, and finely diced)
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups lightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the bran cereal and boiling water. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to soften the cereal.

Step 3

Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar to the softened bran mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the sour cream and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the diced apple and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 8

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.

Step 9

Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your Apple Spice Sour Cream Bran Muffins with coffee, tea, or milk!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1445.6 grams (1445.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3643

Total Fat 196.20g	252%
Saturated Fat 98.80g	494%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 745mg	248%
Sodium 3078mg	134%
Total Carbohydrate 451.10g	164%
Dietary Fiber 28.20g	101%
Total Sugars 268.70g
Protein 54.40g	109%

Vitamin D 230IU	1150%
Calcium 603mg	46%
Iron 33mg	186%
Potassium 1101mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 47.6%