Bran Muffins Low Cal

Start your day the nutritious way with these irresistibly moist and fluffy Low-Calorie Bran Muffins! Packed with wholesome ingredients like wheat bran, plain low-fat yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, and whole wheat flour, these muffins are a guilt-free treat perfect for breakfast or a quick snack. Naturally sweetened with honey and warmly spiced with cinnamon, they offer a burst of flavor in every bite while staying light on calories. The optional addition of raisins adds chewy pops of natural sweetness, but these muffins are just as delicious without them. Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish, this easy one-bowl recipe is the perfect way to enjoy a hearty, homemade treat that’s low in fat, high in fiber, and big on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup wheat bran
• 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup honey
• 0.75 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the wheat bran and yogurt. Stir well and let sit for 5 minutes to soften the bran.

Step 3

Add the unsweetened applesauce, egg, vanilla extract, and honey to the bran mixture. Whisk together until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

If using raisins, gently fold them into the batter.

Step 7

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Step 10

Enjoy your low-calorie bran muffins plain or with a light spread of butter or jam!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	429.7 grams (429.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	866

Total Fat 12.50g	16%
Saturated Fat 2.90g	14%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.30g
Cholesterol 220mg	73%
Sodium 1809mg	79%
Total Carbohydrate 191.00g	69%
Dietary Fiber 42.60g	152%
Total Sugars 63.70g
Protein 30.90g	62%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 186mg	14%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 1894mg	40%

*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: 11.2%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 76.4%