Orange Cranberry Bran Muffins

Start your day with the wholesome goodness of Orange Cranberry Bran Muffins, a delightful blend of hearty wheat bran, zesty orange, and sweet-tart cranberries. These moist and flavorful muffins are lightly spiced with cinnamon and sweetened with brown sugar and molasses, creating a perfectly balanced treat that’s both nourishing and delicious. Bursting with citrusy brightness from fresh orange juice and zest, they’re an incredible breakfast or snack option that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious. Ready in just 35 minutes, these bran muffins are easy to make and offer the perfect crunch of dried cranberries in every bite. Enjoy them warm from the oven, and don’t forget—they can be stored or frozen for quick, healthy snacks all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Wheat bran
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 large Egg
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Molasses
• 0.5 cup Orange juice
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.75 cup Dried cranberries

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the wheat bran, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir until well mixed.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the egg, brown sugar, and molasses until smooth.

Step 4

Add the orange juice, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and orange zest to the wet ingredients. Stir until everything is fully combined.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the dried cranberries, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.

Step 7

Scoop the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Once done, remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	816.8 grams (816.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2141

Total Fat 67.20g	86%
Saturated Fat 11.60g	58%
Polyunsaturated Fat 37.00g
Cholesterol 231mg	77%
Sodium 2136mg	93%
Total Carbohydrate 374.30g	136%
Dietary Fiber 39.50g	141%
Total Sugars 223.70g
Protein 33.80g	68%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 466mg	36%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 2159mg	46%

*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: 27.0%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 66.9%