Favorite Bran Muffins

Start your morning with a batch of warm, wholesome goodness by making these Favorite Bran Muffins—your go-to recipe for a nutritious and satisfying treat. Packed with nutrient-rich wheat bran, hearty whole wheat flour, sweet raisins, and a hint of molasses, these muffins strike the perfect balance between health and flavor. Softened in boiling water for a moist, tender texture and enriched with buttermilk and a touch of brown sugar, the batter creates muffins that are light yet robust in taste. Optional chopped walnuts add a delightful crunch, making each bite even more irresistible. Ready in just 35 minutes with minimal prep, these bran muffins are perfect for breakfast, snack time, or on-the-go fuel. Enjoy them fresh from the oven for maximum flavor, or freeze a batch to savor later!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Wheat bran
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons Molasses
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium-size bowl, combine the wheat bran and boiling water. Stir well and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the bran to soften.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 4

Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, cream the unsalted butter and brown sugar together in a separate bowl until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 5

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated. Then, mix in the buttermilk and molasses until smooth.

Step 6

Add the softened bran mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until well combined.

Step 7

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until no streaks of flour remain. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 8

Gently fold in the raisins and chopped walnuts (if using).

Step 9

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

Step 10

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

Step 11

Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. These muffins can also be frozen for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1178 grams (1178.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2506

Total Fat 91.90g	118%
Saturated Fat 38.80g	194%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.50g
Cholesterol 523mg	174%
Sodium 4177mg	182%
Total Carbohydrate 409.60g	149%
Dietary Fiber 54.70g	195%
Total Sugars 201.70g
Protein 62.90g	126%

Vitamin D 209IU	1045%
Calcium 693mg	53%
Iron 24mg	135%
Potassium 3362mg	72%

*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: 30.4%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 60.3%