Natural Bran Muffins Recipe
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Description: Make and share this delightful Natural Bran Muffins recipe from Love With Recipes. Perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack, these muffins are low in cholesterol and packed with wholesome ingredients that will keep you energized throughout the day.
Recipe Category: Quick Breads
Keywords: Breads, Breakfast, Grains, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 60 Mins, Oven
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boiling water | 3 cups |
| Sugar | 1 cup |
| Buttermilk | 3/4 cup |
| Canola oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Dates (chopped) | 1/3 cup |
| Raisins | 1/4 cup |
| Whole wheat flour | 1 1/2 cups |
| White flour | 1 cup |
| Baking soda | 2 1/2 teaspoons |
| Cinnamon | 1/2 teaspoon |
Nutritional Information (per muffin)
| Nutritional Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 115.5 kcal |
| Total Fat | 3.4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.7 mg |
| Sodium | 128.6 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 21.7 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Sugars | 7.6 g |
| Protein | 3.9 g |
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This temperature will ensure that your muffins bake evenly and come out perfectly golden.
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Prepare the Muffin Tin: Lightly spray a non-stick muffin tin with cooking spray to prevent the muffins from sticking once they are baked. Alternatively, you can line the muffin cups with paper liners for easier removal.
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Mix Oat Bran and Water: In a large mixing bowl, combine the oat bran with the boiling water. Stir the mixture gently, ensuring that all the oat bran is soaked. Set it aside for a few minutes to allow the bran to absorb the water and soften.
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Combine Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg whites, sugar, buttermilk, canola oil, and chopped dates. Ensure that all ingredients are well combined, creating a smooth mixture.
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Blend the Mixtures: Pour the egg white mixture into the bowl with the soaked oat bran. Mix thoroughly until the two mixtures are well incorporated and blended.
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, white flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. This step ensures that the leavening agent is evenly distributed throughout the dry ingredients.
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Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the oat bran mixture, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix; it’s perfectly fine if a few lumps remain.
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Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full to allow for rising during baking.
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Bake the Muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake 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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Cooling and Storage: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week or frozen for later enjoyment. The batter can also be kept covered in the refrigerator for several weeks, allowing you to bake fresh muffins whenever you desire.
Enjoy these nutritious and delicious Natural Bran Muffins as a perfect start to your day or a wholesome snack anytime!
