Banana Raisin Bran Muffins

Start your morning right with these wholesome and flavorful Banana Raisin Bran Muffins, a perfect balance of nutrition and indulgence. Packed with ripe bananas for natural sweetness, fiber-rich bran cereal, and chewy raisins, these muffins are a healthy breakfast or snack option the whole family will love. Cinnamon adds a warm spice, while a tender crumb is achieved by letting the bran soak in milk for extra moisture. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe proves convenience and deliciousness can go hand in hand. Serve them warm with a pat of butter, or enjoy them on the go—perfect for busy mornings or a midday energy boost. Plus, they’re easy to store, making meal prep a breeze!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 1 cup milk
• 1.5 cups bran cereal
• 0.5 cup raisins
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 whole large egg
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in the milk and let it sit for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the bran cereal to the banana mixture and mix well. Allow the mixture to sit for another 5 minutes so the bran softens.

Step 4

In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter and let it cool slightly. Stir the melted butter, granulated sugar, and the egg into the banana and bran mixture until well combined.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana-bran mixture, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix to ensure the muffins stay tender.

Step 7

Gently fold in the raisins to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.

Step 8

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1120.6 grams (1120.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2109

Total Fat 38.20g	49%
Saturated Fat 19.40g	97%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 270mg	90%
Sodium 2753mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 423.10g	154%
Dietary Fiber 34.30g	122%
Total Sugars 226.00g
Protein 41.50g	83%

Vitamin D 298IU	1492%
Calcium 466mg	36%
Iron 30mg	168%
Potassium 2741mg	58%

*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: 15.6%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 76.9%