Apricot Oat Bran Muffins ๐ง
Overview:
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of these delightful Apricot Oat Bran Muffins, a perfect blend of fruity sweetness and hearty oats. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a total time of 40 minutes, these muffins make for a quick and healthy treat for any time of the day!
- Recipe Category: Quick Breads
- Keywords: Breads, Healthy, < 60 Mins
- Yield: 30 muffins
Ingredients:
- 1 cup boiling water
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups wheat germ
- 1/3 cup baking soda
- 2 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 cups eggs (approximately 2 large eggs)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups oats
- 2 cups dried apricots
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 166.7
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.9g
- Cholesterol: 14.8mg
- Sodium: 205.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 28.1g
- Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugar: 11.6g
- Protein: 4.4g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 375ยฐF. |
| 2 | Pour the boiling water over bran. Let stand. |
| 3 | Combine flour, wheat germ, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Stir well to blend. |
| 4 | In another bowl, cream margarine and sugar together thoroughly until light and fluffy. |
| 5 | Add eggs and buttermilk to the creamed mixture. Mix well until fully incorporated. |
| 6 | Gradually add the creamed mixture to the flour mixture. Mix well to combine all the ingredients evenly. |
| 7 | Fold in oats, chopped dried apricots, and soaked bran. Stir gently until evenly distributed throughout the batter. |
| 8 | Grease muffin cups well or line them with paper liners. Fill each cup about 3/4 full with the muffin batter. |
| 9 | Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 22 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean and the tops are golden brown. |
| 10 | Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. |
| 11 | Serve and enjoy these scrumptious Apricot Oat Bran Muffins as a delightful snack or breakfast treat! |
These muffins are not only delicious but also packed with fiber and essential nutrients, making them a guilt-free indulgence for the whole family. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake up a batch of these wholesome treats today!
