UPPER CRUST BAKERY APPLE-BRAN MUFFINS

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This is an adaptation of a recipe from the Upper Crust Bakery, in Cambria Pines, California; which is located just off the Central California Coast, near Hearst Castle. I visited the bakery several years ago, and had these bran muffins. They are the best I've tasted and are healthful to boot. There were so many requests that the recipe was published in the local newspaper. Don't be too put off by the long list of ingredients; the batter can be kept refrigerated for about a week before you bake them; and it does make 24 muffins. Also they freeze well. The're worth the extra effort for a special occasion.

Provided by lynnski LA

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h30m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 cup brown sugar, packed
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 1/2 cups of pure natural bran
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
1 cup bread flour
1 1/3 cups stone ground whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2/3 cup oil
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 large eggs
2 (8 ounce) cartons yogurt
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup applesauce
1/4 cup apple cider
1/2 cup dried apple, diced
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
1/2 lemon, rind of

Steps:

  • In a large bowl blend together the first ten (dry) ingredients.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the remaining ingredients (wet ingredients), and mix well.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the bowl with the dry ingredients, and mix until the dry ingredients are just moistened.
  • Do not overmix.
  • Refrigerate batter overnight.
  • Muffin batter can be kept refrigerated for about 1 week.
  • To bake, spray the top of the muffin pan (s) with non-stick spray.
  • Line the cups with paper liners.
  • Fill each cup to the rim with muffin batter.
  • Bake at 400 degree F.
  • 25-30 minutes.
  • Muffins are done when firm and just lightly colored around edges.
  • The tops will overflow when baked to meet other muffins.
  • Cut apart to serve.
  • For standard size muffins, fill cups 2/3 full.
  • Brush tops with warm honey, if desired, while still warm.
  • Makes about 24 muffins.

md rahim
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These muffins are a great addition to any breakfast or brunch menu.


Nikki Mazzella
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I love the way these muffins smell when they're baking. They fill the whole house with a warm and inviting aroma.


Fiker Selam
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These muffins are a great way to get your kids to eat their fruit. They're also a healthy and delicious snack.


Michael Rogers
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I made these muffins for a bake sale and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Naji Cde
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These muffins are perfect for a fall breakfast. They're warm and comforting, and the apples and spices really shine through.


Ifti
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I love the crunch of the bran in these muffins. They're also really moist and flavorful.


Umar Jutt g
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These muffins are a great way to use up leftover apples. They're also a healthy and delicious snack.


Hagop Tekeyan
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I'm not usually a fan of apple muffins, but these were actually really good! The bran adds a nice nutty flavor.


Regan Boughan
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I made these muffins for my family and they loved them! They're the perfect grab-and-go breakfast.


Samuel Klein
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These muffins are a great way to start the day! They're healthy and delicious.


AZEES AZEES
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I wasn't sure how I would like these muffins, but I was pleasantly surprised! They're so moist and flavorful.


George prosper
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These muffins were so easy to make and they turned out so well! I'll definitely be making them again.


Claudia Martinez
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I'm not a huge fan of bran muffins, but these were actually really good! The apples and spices really make them special.


Talha Shahbaz
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These muffins are amazing! I love the apple and bran combination.


Israr Noori
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I followed the recipe exactly and the muffins turned out perfectly! They're so moist and flavorful.


khadim khadim
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The muffins were a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


Sumit Mans
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Easy to make and delicious! I'll be making these for my family and friends.


Asmeen Khan
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I used Granny Smith apples and they turned out great! The muffins were perfectly sweet and tart.


Ab Stha
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These muffins are incredibly moist and flavorful! The apple and bran add a nice texture and sweetness. I'll definitely be making these again!