Best 7 Date And Apricot Bran Muffins Recipes

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Baking delightful date and apricot bran muffins is a delightful way to start your day or enjoy an afternoon treat. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweet dates, tangy apricots, and wholesome bran. With a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create these delectable morsels that are not only delicious but also packed with the goodness of bran, making them a healthier choice. So let's embark on a culinary journey and discover the best recipe for date and apricot bran muffins, ensuring a satisfying and nutritious treat for you and your loved ones.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DATE AND APRICOT BRAN MUFFINS



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Make and share this Date and Apricot Bran Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup natural bran
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 egg
1 ripe banana, mashed
1/3 cup molasses or 1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine, melted
3/4 cup milk
1/3 cup chopped dates
1/3 cup chopped dried apricot

Steps:

  • Stir together the flour, bran, brown sugar, baking powder and cinnamon.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the egg lightly.
  • Stir in the mashed banana, molasses, butter and milk.
  • Stir the flour mixture into the milk mixture just until blended.
  • Mix in the dates and apricots.
  • Spoon the batter into greased muffin cups.
  • Bake in a preheated 400 degree F oven for 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.9, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 33.3, Sodium 159.2, Carbohydrate 35.9, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 18.2, Protein 3.4

DATE MUFFINS



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Delightfully different and studded with dates and walnuts, these quick muffins from Judy Cunningham in Max, North Dakota round out any autumn meal and are also great with coffee or as a snack. TIP: FROZEN MUFFINS STAY DELICIOUS FOR UP TO 3 MONTHS.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 8 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup boiling water
1/4 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Place dates in a small bowl and add boiling water; let stand for 10 minutes (do not drain). Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat shortening and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg. , Add dates; beat on low speed until blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon; stir into date mixture with a wooden spoon just until blended. Stir in walnuts., Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Muffins may be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

UPSIDE-DOWN DATE-BRAN MUFFINS



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Turn breakfast upside-down with our date-bran muffins boasting a buttery brown sugar top.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup Fiber One™ cereal
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
3/4 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1 tablespoon light corn syrup

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Grease bottoms and sides of 12 regular-size muffin cups with shortening or cooking spray (do not use paper baking cups).
  • In blender or food processor, place cereal, buttermilk, oil, vanilla and egg. Cover; let stand 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir all topping ingredients until well mixed. Place 1 teaspoon of the topping in bottom of each muffin cup.
  • Blend cereal mixture in blender on medium speed until smooth; set aside. In medium bowl, stir flour, dates, 1/2 cup brown sugar, the baking soda and salt until well mixed. Pour cereal mixture over flour mixture; stir just until moistened (batter will be thick). Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
  • Bake 14 to 18 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately place cookie sheet upside down on muffin pan; turn cookie sheet and pan over to remove muffins. Serve warm if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Muffin, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 21 g, TransFat 0 g

TOASTED OAT MUFFINS WITH APRICOTS, DATES, AND WALNUTS



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Toasting oats adds such great flavor to these muffins. I've tried them with chopped fresh apple and raisins too. Feel free to change up the fruits and nuts based on what you have on hand.

Provided by LauraF

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground allspice
⅓ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
⅓ cup chopped dried apricots
⅓ cup chopped dates
½ cup butter, melted and cooled
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  • Spread oats on a rimmed baking sheet and place in the preheating oven until toasted and fragrant, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Mix toasted oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, salt, and allspice in a large bowl. Add walnuts, apricots, and dates.
  • Whisk melted butter, buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract together in a separate bowl. Pour over the flour mixture and mix briefly until batter is combined. Scoop batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Transfer to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 36.7 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 327.2 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

APRICOT MUFFINS



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These are moist and chewy. I sometimes add 1/2 cup of dates as well as the apricots. A family favorite!

Provided by Aunt Mamie

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup chopped dried apricots
1 cup boiling water
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup melted butter
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 12 cup muffin pan, or line with paper muffin cups. Place apricots into a small bowl, and pour the boiling water over them. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl stir together the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, oil, buttermilk and egg. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and stir until just blended. It is okay for the batter to have some lumps. Drain water from apricots, and mix them into the batter. Spoon into the prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top springs back when lightly pressed. Cool in the pan over a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 26.5 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 258 mg, Sugar 19.3 g

DATE-NUT BRAN MUFFINS



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This excellent bran muffin recipe has been in Daria Burcar's family over 25 years. "They're incredibly moist and chock-full of healthy ingredients like raisins, dates and nuts," says the Rochester, Minnesota resident.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups All-Bran
1 cup crushed Shredded Wheat
1 cup boiling water
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
2 cups buttermilk
1/2 cup canola oil
1 cup chopped dates
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cereals and boiling water; let stand for 5 minutes. In another large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. In a small bowl, combine the eggs, buttermilk and oil. Stir cereal and buttermilk mixtures into dry ingredients just until blended. Fold in the dates, raisins and walnuts. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

APRICOT OAT BRAN MUFFINS



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Make and share this Apricot Oat Bran Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Young Structural

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 30 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup boiling water
3/4 cup natural bran
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup wheat germ
2 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup margarine
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
2 cups buttermilk
2 cups oats
1 cup chopped apricot

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Pour the boiling water over bran. Let stand.
  • Combine flour, wheat germ, soda and salt. Stir well to blend.
  • Cream margarine and sugar together thoroughly.
  • Add eggs and buttermilk. Mix well.
  • Add the creamed mixture to the flour mixture. Mix well.
  • Add oats, apricots and bran. Stir well to blend.
  • Fill well greased muffin cups 3/4 full.
  • Bake for 15 to 22 minutes, until an inserted toothpick comes out clean and tops are browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.7, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 14.8, Sodium 205.3, Carbohydrate 28.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 11.6, Protein 4.4

Tips:

  • Use ripe dates and apricots for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have any bran cereal, you can substitute old-fashioned oats.
  • Feel free to add other dried fruits or nuts to the muffins, such as raisins, cranberries, walnuts, or pecans.
  • If you want a sweeter muffin, you can increase the amount of sugar in the recipe.
  • Be sure not to overmix the batter, as this will result in tough muffins.
  • Fill the muffin cups only about 2/3 full, as they will rise during baking.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

These date and apricot bran muffins are a delicious and healthy way to start your day. They are packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and they are also low in fat and sugar. Plus, they are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy breakfast or snack, give these muffins a try. You won't be disappointed!

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