Orange Bran Flax Muffins

Start your morning with a burst of citrusy goodness and wholesome nutrition with these Orange Bran Flax Muffins! Packed with fiber-rich wheat bran, ground flaxseed, and a refreshing hint of freshly grated orange zest, these muffins strike the perfect balance between healthy and delicious. Greek yogurt and honey add a natural sweetness and moist texture, while a splash of freshly squeezed orange juice enhances the citrus flavor. Optional chopped walnuts provide a satisfying crunch, making these muffins a versatile choice for breakfast or a midday snack. Ready in under 20 minutes, they’re the perfect make-ahead option to fuel your day. Plus, they're freezer-friendly, so you can enjoy the goodness anytime!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Wheat bran
• 0.5 cups Ground flaxseed
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest (from 1 large orange)
• 0.75 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cups Honey
• 2 items Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the wheat bran, ground flaxseed, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and orange zest. Whisk the dry ingredients together until evenly combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet mixture into the bowl. Gently mix until just combined—avoid overmixing as it can make the muffins tough.

Step 5

If using chopped walnuts, fold them into the batter gently.

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 8

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

Step 9

Enjoy your Orange Bran Flax Muffins warm or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	904.6 grams (904.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2335

Total Fat 122.10g	157%
Saturated Fat 18.00g	90%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.70g
Cholesterol 384mg	128%
Sodium 3987mg	173%
Total Carbohydrate 298.90g	109%
Dietary Fiber 54.30g	194%
Total Sugars 121.50g
Protein 67.80g	136%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 426mg	33%
Iron 22mg	121%
Potassium 2414mg	51%

*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: 42.8%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 46.6%