Best 6 Harvest Bran Muffins Recipes

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Harvest bran muffins are a delicious and nutritious breakfast or snack option. They are made with whole wheat flour, bran cereal, and a variety of other healthy ingredients, such as fruits, nuts, and spices. Harvest bran muffins are a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins and minerals. They are also relatively low in calories and fat. This article will provide you with three of the best harvest bran muffin recipes so that you can find the perfect one for your taste and dietary needs.

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

HARVEST BRAN MUFFINS



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These muffins are very tasty and easy to make. I developed this recipe in 1990 and is enjoyed by many.

Provided by William Uncle Bill

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 38m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups wheat bran
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 large egg
3/4 cup brown sugar, lightly packed
1/4 cup canola oil or 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons molasses
1/2 cup golden seedless raisins
1/2 cup finely chopped dried apricot

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 F degrees.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine wheat bran, flour, baking soda, salt and baking powder; stir well to blend.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, beat egg.
  • Add brown sugar, oil, buttermilk, molasses, raisins and chopped dried apricots and mix well to blend.
  • Add liquid ingredients all at once to the dry ingredients.
  • Stir until dry ingredients are just moistened.
  • Line a 12 cup muffin baking pan with paper liners.
  • Fill cups 3/4 full with mixture.
  • Bake in preheated 375 F oven for 20 to 23 minutes or until tops spring back when lightly touched.
  • Remove muffins to a wire rack to cool.
  • As a variation, replace 1/2 cup natural wheat bran wih 1/2 cup of oat bran and then increase the buttermilk to 1 1/3 cups.

CRANBERRY HARVEST MUFFINS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 55m

Yield 18 large muffins

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 1/4 cups whole milk
2 extra-large eggs
1/2 pound unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped fresh cranberries
1/2 cup medium-diced Calimyrna figs
3/4 cup coarsely chopped hazelnuts, toasted and skinned
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
3/4 cup granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Line 18 muffin cups with paper liners. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and ginger in a large bowl. Make a well in the center of the mixture and add the milk, eggs, and melted butter. Stir quickly just to combine. Add the cranberries, figs, hazelnuts, and both sugars and stir just to distribute the fruits, nuts, and sugar evenly throughout the batter.
  • Spoon the batter into the paper liners, filling each one to the top. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until browned on the top and a toothpick inserted in the center of the muffins comes out clean.

HEARTY BRAN MUFFINS



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"My husband requests these hearty bran muffins for breakfast, but they're also a super snack," writes Elizabeth Probelski of Port Washington, Wisconsin. "These muffins prove that low-fat food doesn't have to be boring."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups All-Bran
1 cup fat-free plain yogurt
2/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons molasses
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the bran, yogurt, applesauce and milk; let stand for 5 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. In another bowl, combine the egg substitute, molasses, oil, vanilla and bran mixture. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened., Fill muffin cups coated with cooking spray 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 158mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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

GOLDEN HARVEST MUFFINS



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Delightful apple and carrots muffins with a nutty twist - a perfect dessert ready in an hour.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 eggs
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 cup Gold Medal™ whole wheat flour
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups shredded carrots (2 to 3 medium)
1 cup shredded peeled apple
1/2 cup coconut
1/2 cup raisins
3/4 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 18 regular-size muffin cups or grease with shortening. In large bowl, beat eggs, oil, milk and vanilla with wire whisk until well blended. Add flours, brown sugar, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; stir just until dry ingredients are moistened. With spoon, stir in carrots, apple, coconut, raisins and 1/2 cup of the almonds.
  • Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup almonds over batter.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes; remove from muffin cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Muffin, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

BRAN MUFFINS II



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A classic overnight bran muffin recipe. This recipe is great because batter is kept in the refrigerator and you can make muffins as needed.

Provided by PALJOEY

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Bran Muffin Recipes

Time P1DT1h

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups all-purpose flour
4 cups bran flakes cereal
3 cups white sugar
5 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons salt
4 eggs, beaten
1 cup melted shortening, cooled
4 cups buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, sift flour. Add the cereal, sugar, baking soda and salt; stir to combine.
  • Add eggs, shortening and buttermilk; mix well.
  • Cover bowl and store batter in refrigerator for at least 24 hours before using. Batter will keep in the refrigerator for up to 6 weeks. Batter should remain covered and should not be stirred.
  • Scoop batter into lined or lightly greased muffin cups, filling each cup 2/3 full. Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 273.2 mg, Sugar 14 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your muffins will be. Look for bananas with yellow skin that is free of bruises or blemishes.
  • Use a muffin scoop: A muffin scoop is the best way to portion your batter evenly into the muffin cups. This will help ensure that all of your muffins are the same size and shape.
  • Fill the muffin cups only 2/3 full: The muffins will rise as they bake, so you don't want to overfill the cups. If you fill them too full, the muffins may overflow and make a mess in your oven.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This is the best way to tell if the muffins are done baking. If the toothpick comes out with batter or crumbs attached, the muffins need to bake for a few more minutes.
  • Let the muffins cool before frosting them: This will help the frosting to set properly and prevent it from melting.

Conclusion:

Harvest Bran Muffins are a delicious and nutritious breakfast or snack. They are made with whole wheat flour, bran, and oats, and are packed with fiber, protein, and vitamins. The muffins are also naturally sweetened with honey and maple syrup, and have a moist, tender crumb. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a batch of Harvest Bran Muffins that the whole family will love.

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