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Moist and Healthy Bran Muffins for Easy Meal Prep

A close-up, appetizing shot of a single, dark brown, moist bran muffin topped with two raisins.
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Bake a batch of these moist, high-fiber bran muffins using whole wheat flour and natural sweeteners. They are simple to make and perfect for grab-and-go breakfasts or freezer storage.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup wheat bran
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup raisins or chopped apple (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, wheat bran, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, mix the buttermilk, applesauce, honey, egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix. Overmixing develops gluten and makes the muffins tough.
  5. Fold in the raisins or chopped apple, if using.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Store cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

  • For extra flavor and texture, add 1/4 cup of sunflower or flax seeds to the batter.
  • If you do not have buttermilk, mix 1 cup of milk with 1 teaspoon of white vinegar or lemon juice and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • These muffins are great for meal planning; they freeze well for quick breakfasts when you are busy, similar to using best meal delivery services for convenience.
  • For a slightly sweeter muffin, substitute the honey with maple syrup.

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