Light Apple Bran Muffins
π Total Time: 40 minutes
π₯ Yield: 6 muffins
Description:
A nutritious way to start your day. These light apple bran muffins are a delightful addition to any breakfast spread. Bursting with fruity flavor and packed with wholesome ingredients, they are sure to become a favorite in your household. This recipe is adapted from the cookbook “How It All Vegan”.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 3/4 cup bran
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup artificial sweetener
- 1 cup soymilk
- 1/4 cup applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ripe banana
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 236.3
- Fat: 3.6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 173mg
- Carbohydrates: 48.4g
- Fiber: 4.7g
- Sugar: 3.9g
- Protein: 5.8g
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, bran, and baking powder. Stir until well incorporated.
- Prepare wet ingredients: In a blender or food processor, blend together the artificial sweetener, soymilk, applesauce, vanilla extract, and ripe banana until smooth.
- Combine ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold everything together until just mixed. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in dense muffins.
- Fill muffin tins: Lightly oil a muffin tin or line it with paper liners. Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Check for doneness: Use a fork or toothpick to test if the muffins are done. If it comes out clean, they are ready. If not, continue baking for a few more minutes.
- Cool and serve: Once done, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
These light apple bran muffins are perfect for a quick breakfast on the go or as a wholesome snack any time of day. Enjoy the goodness of fruit and fiber in every bite!
