Best 2 Healthy Pumpkin Bran Muffins Recipes

Searching for a delectable and nutritious treat to kick-start your day? Look no further than our comprehensive guide to baking "healthy pumpkin bran muffins!" Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the ideal balance of pumpkin's earthy sweetness and the wholesome goodness of bran. These muffins are not just a delightful culinary experience; they pack a punch of essential nutrients, making them a perfect choice for health-conscious individuals seeking a wholesome and satisfying snack or breakfast option. Our carefully curated selection of recipes caters to various dietary preferences, ensuring everyone can indulge in these delectable muffins guilt-free. So, prepare your aprons and embark on a delightful journey of creating the most delectable "healthy pumpkin bran muffins" that will elevate your mornings and delight your loved ones with every bite!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

HEALTHY PUMPKIN-BRAN MUFFINS

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Not-too-sweet, healthy oat bran-pumpkin muffin recipe that freezes well.

Provided by Tricia

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups oat bran
½ cup whole wheat flour
¼ cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
¼ cup molasses
1 large egg, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup pumpkin puree

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or line with paper liners.
Combine oat bran, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt in a bowl and mix thoroughly.
Combine milk, molasses, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl and mix well. Stir into dry ingredients until just moistened. Add pumpkin puree and mix just enough to evenly distribute; do not overstir.
Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 17 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 339 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

HEALTHY PUMPKIN BRAN CREAM CHEESE MUFFINS

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These are my favorite fall/winter muffin. This is a mixture of recipe #204128 and recipe #189156. Delicious! And these are great, full of protein and fibre. You can feel good eating these! Note: if you arent a cheese fan, you may want to use less cheese. Put in how much looks right to your taste. Also, these are not overly sweet so add more sugar if you wish.

Provided by I Cant Believe Its

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 11-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 cup brown sugar (more for a sweeter muffin)
1 cup all-bran cereal
1 cup skim milk
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin
2 egg whites, beaten
1 3/4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 -4 ounces fat free cream cheese or 3 -4 ounces light cream cheese, rolled into small balls
chopped walnuts, to top (optional)
cinnamon sugar, to top

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°F, and grease 12 standard size muffin cups with cooking spray.
Roll 3-4 ounces cream cheese into little balls (as big as you perfer, and you can roll them in fine sugar if you like, too), and place single layer on wax paper in freezer while preparing rest of recipe.
Mix cereal and milk in a large bowl and set aside for a few minutes to soften.
While softening, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in large bowl.
Whisk pumpkin, egg, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, and vanilla together, then stir in cereal and milk.
Fold wet mixture into dry and add in the cream cheese balls **dont over mix**.
Fill up each muffin cup, sprinkling the tops with additional cinnamon+sugar, and walnuts.
Bake 28-38 minutes and cool on cooling rack. Tastes delish warm, but they also refrigerate and freeze well.
SUGGESTION: Would taste delish with cream cheese icing on top :).

Tips:

Use fresh pumpkin puree for the best flavor. You can make your own pumpkin puree by roasting a pumpkin and then pureeing it, or you can use canned pumpkin puree.
Be sure to measure your ingredients accurately. This will help ensure that your muffins turn out perfectly.
Mix the batter just until it is combined. Overmixing will make the muffins tough.
Fill the muffin cups about 2/3 full. This will allow the muffins to rise properly.
Bake the muffins for 20-25 minutes, or 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. This will help prevent the muffins from breaking.

Conclusion:

These pumpkin bran muffins are a delicious and healthy way to start your day. They are packed with nutrients, including fiber, protein, and vitamins. They are also low in calories and fat. So, next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying breakfast or snack, give these pumpkin bran muffins a try. You won't be disappointed!