Recipe: Applesauce Oat Bran Muffins
Description: Dive into the delightful world of homemade muffins with this irresistible recipe for Applesauce Oat Bran Muffins, a personal twist on a classic inspired by the back of an oat bran box. These muffins are not just a treat for your taste buds but also a wholesome choice for breakfast or snack time. They’re even more delectable when warmed up in the microwave for a few seconds and paired with a dollop of margarine.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ (4.5/5)
Review Count: 9 reviews
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 203.3
- Fat: 6.4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.1g
- Cholesterol: 35.2mg
- Sodium: 318mg
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2.6g
- Sugars: 13.7g
- Protein: 4.8g
Servings: 12 Muffins
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Brown sugar | 3/4 cup |
| Flour | 1 1/2 cups |
| Baking powder | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Baking soda | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Cinnamon | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Nutmeg | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Salt | 1/2 tsp |
| Raisins | 1/2 cup |
| Vanilla | 1 tsp |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Unsweetened applesauce | 1 cup |
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Prepare your muffin tin by lining 12 muffin cups with paper liners or greasing them lightly to prevent sticking.
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In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients, including the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and raisins if you’re including them in your muffins.
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In another bowl, whisk together the vanilla, eggs, and applesauce until well blended, creating a luscious wet mixture.
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Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour the wet mixture into the well.
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Gently fold the wet and dry ingredients together until they are just combined, taking care not to overmix. Allow the mixture to rest for 10 minutes to allow the oat bran to absorb some of the liquid.
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Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Once baked, allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these delicious muffins warm or at room temperature!
Keywords: Breads, Breakfast, Lunch/Snacks, Healthy, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy
Tips and Variations:
- For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle some cinnamon sugar on top of the muffins before baking.
- Feel free to add chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans for a crunchy texture.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer-term storage. Just pop them in the microwave for a few seconds to warm them up before serving.
- Experiment with different fruit purees or mashed fruits in place of the applesauce for a variety of flavors.
- Customize the spices to suit your taste preferences by adjusting the amount of cinnamon and nutmeg accordingly.
