Bran Cake

Elevate your baking game with this wholesome and delicious Bran Cake recipe, a perfect blend of hearty wheat bran, creamy yogurt, and warm cinnamon spice. This moist and tender cake is naturally sweetened with honey and brown sugar, offering a satisfying yet guilt-free treat. Optional add-ins like chopped nuts and raisins bring delightful bursts of texture and flavor, making it customizable for any occasion. Ready in just 50 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for breakfast, snacking, or even dessert. Easy to make and packed with fiber, this Bran Cake is a comforting, home-baked treat that you’ll want to enjoy every day.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup wheat bran
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup honey
• 2 units large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional)
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix together the wheat bran, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream the unsalted butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer or by hand with a wooden spoon.

Step 4

Add the honey to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well.

Step 5

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully absorbed before adding the next.

Step 6

Stir in the vanilla extract and then the plain yogurt until well combined.

Step 7

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 8

Fold in the optional chopped nuts and raisins if desired for extra texture and flavor.

Step 9

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 12

Serve the bran cake warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	872.7 grams (872.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2355

Total Fat 97.20g	125%
Saturated Fat 37.20g	186%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 511mg	170%
Sodium 2261mg	98%
Total Carbohydrate 355.70g	129%
Dietary Fiber 38.90g	139%
Total Sugars 190.70g
Protein 60.40g	121%

Vitamin D 198IU	988%
Calcium 774mg	60%
Iron 19mg	105%
Potassium 2722mg	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: 34.5%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 56.0%