Best 5 Better Than Bran Muffin Recipes

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Are you tired of bland and dry bran muffins that leave you feeling unsatisfied? It's time to discover a world of better-than-bran muffins that tantalize your taste buds and provide a satisfying and nutritious start to your day. With a symphony of flavors and textures, these muffins will elevate your breakfast routine and leave you feeling energized and fulfilled. From classic bran muffins with a modern twist to innovative recipes that incorporate unexpected ingredients, this article will guide you to the perfect better-than-bran muffin recipe that will become your new favorite.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BETTER-THAN-BASIC MUFFINS



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Begin with our basic batter and add your choice of mix-ins from our list of variations below to make blueberry, chocolate chip, bran-raisin, cherry-pecan, or corn muffins.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 35m

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan
2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled), plus more for pan
2 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Mix-ins (see variations; optional)
2 tablespoons sanding sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees, with rack in lower third. Butter and flour a standard 12-cup muffin pan, tapping out excess. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients; make a well in the center. Add egg mixture to well. With a rubber spatula, gently stir ingredients just until batter is moistened (do not overmix; a few lumps are fine). Add mix-ins, if desired.
  • Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full; sprinkle with sanding sugar, if desired. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center of a muffin comes out clean, 15 to 20 minutes. Loosen muffins, and tip them on their sides to cool in pan. Serve warm or at room temperature (muffins are best the day they are made).

CLASSIC BRAN MUFFINS



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A delicious source of fiber! My family have them almost every morning. Great healthy muffins! You may substitute dates for the raisins if you wish.

Provided by Janet Kalman Villada

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Bran Muffin Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups wheat bran
1 cup buttermilk
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 egg
⅔ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
  • Mix together wheat bran and buttermilk; let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Beat together oil, egg, sugar and vanilla and add to buttermilk/bran mixture. Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Stir flour mixture into buttermilk mixture, until just blended. Fold in raisins and spoon batter into prepared muffin tins.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. Cool and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 262.2 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

YUMMY BRAN MUFFINS



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Just because they're healthy, doesn't mean they can't taste delicious! A hint of chocolate and spice really makes these muffins great!

Provided by Chef Doctor Ruth

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Bran Muffin Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup milk
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 ½ cups bran cereal (such as Kellogg's® All-Bran®)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
⅔ cup dark brown sugar
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 egg, beaten
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
  • Stir milk and lemon juice together in a bowl; let sit until milk curdles slightly, about 5 minutes. Pour bran cereal into milk mixture and let cereal soften, about 5 minutes more.
  • Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and cloves together in a bowl. Beat brown sugar, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract together in another bowl. Stir egg mixture into flour mixture until batter is just-combined.
  • Stir bran cereal mixture into batter; fold in raisins. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and set, 16 to 18 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 288 mg, Sugar 19.7 g

BETTER BRAN MUFFINS (ATK)



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I tried this recipe from America Test Kitchen and these were amazing. The test kitcen perferes Kellog's All-Bran Original Cereal in this recipe. Dried cranberries or cherries may be substituted for raisins. Low fat or non fat yogurt may be substituted for whole milk yogurt though the muffins won't be quite as flavorful.

Provided by Londonsbk

Categories     Breads

Time 1h

Yield 8-12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup raisins
1 teaspoon water
2 1/4 cups all-bran cereal
1 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, plus
1 large egg yolk
2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
3 tablespoons light molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1 3/4 cups plain yogurt

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 400 degrees. Spray standard sized muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray. Combine raisins and water in small microwave safe bowl, cover with plastic wrap, cut several stam vents in plastic, and microwave on high power for 30 seconds. Let stand, covered, until raisins are softened and plump, about 5 minutes. Transfer raisins to paper twoel-lined plate to cool.
  • Process half of bran cereal in food processor until finely ground, about 1 mintue. Whisk flours, baking soda, and salt in large bowl to combine; set aside. Whisk egg and yolk together in medium bowl until well combined and light coloted, about 20 seconds. add sugar, molasses, and vanilla; whisk until mixture is thick, about 30 seconds. Add melted butter and whisk to combine; add yogurt and whiskto combine. Stir in processed cereal and unprocessed cereal; let mixture sit until cereal is evenly moistened (there will still be some small lumps), about 5 minutes.
  • Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and gently mix with rubber spatula until batter is combined and evenlymoistened. Do not overmix. Genly fold raisins into batter. Using 1/3 cup measure or ice cream scoop, divide batter evenly among muffin cups, dropping batter to form mounds. Do not level or flatten surfaces of mounds.
  • Bake until muffins are dark golden and toothpick inserted into center of muffin comes out with a few crumbs attached, 16 to 20 minutes, rotating pan halfway through baking. Cool muffins in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack and cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.1, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 82.5, Sodium 549.2, Carbohydrate 73.4, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 37.9, Protein 8.9

BETTER THAN BRAN MUFFIN



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Make and share this Better Than Bran Muffin recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Milano

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 eggs
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup oil
2 cups vanilla yogurt
2 cups bran flakes, crushed small
2 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven at 350.
  • Beat eggs, add sugar till fluffy.
  • Add the remaining ingedients, beating in between.
  • Bake for about 15 minutes.
  • Makes 20 muffins.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas for a sweeter muffin with a more intense flavor.
  • Mash the bananas well to ensure an even distribution of banana flavor throughout the muffin.
  • Use old-fashioned rolled oats for a heartier muffin with more texture.
  • Add chopped nuts, seeds, or dried fruit for extra flavor and texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough muffin.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the muffins cool for a few minutes before enjoying them.

Conclusion:

These better-than-bran muffins are a delicious and healthy way to start your day. They are packed with nutrients, including fiber, potassium, and vitamin B6. They are also low in fat and sugar. These muffins are perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. They are also a great way to use up ripe bananas. With their moist and flavorful texture, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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