Best 7 Apple Bran Muffins Drizzled With Honey Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful aroma and flavors of Apple Bran Muffins, a delectable treat that combines the wholesome goodness of bran and the sweet crunch of apples. Drizzled with a luscious honey glaze, these muffins offer a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack, these muffins are not only delicious but also packed with nutritious ingredients that will keep you feeling satisfied and energized throughout the day. With easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step photos, this recipe ensures that even novice bakers can create these culinary masterpieces at home.

This recipe includes variations for those with dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free and sugar-free options, ensuring that everyone can savor the joys of these delectable muffins. Whether you prefer the classic taste of traditional Apple Bran Muffins or desire a healthier alternative, this recipe collection has something for every palate. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking journey that will leave you with a batch of irresistibly delicious and wholesome Apple Bran Muffins.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE BRAN MUFFINS



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Filled with oats, bran, and juicy fresh apple pieces, these quick and easy apple bran muffins are the perfect filling snack or grab-and-go breakfast option.

Provided by The SouthernPlate Staff

Categories     Dessert     Snack

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled and grated
2/3 cup honey
1/4 cup plain or vanilla yogurt
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup quick or old-fashioned rolled oats (plus 3 tbsp for topping)
1 1/4 cup crushed bran cereal
1.5 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 and line your muffin tin with paper liners.
  • Mix your wet ingredients together (eggs, oil, milk, honey, yogurt, and vanilla) in a mixing bowl until blended. Fold in the rolled oats and the crushed bran and let them soak for 10 minutes.
  • In another mixing bowl, mix together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Add the wet ingredients in, stir well, and then fold in the grated apple.
  • Scoop the batter into the muffin tin until each cup is 3/4 full. Mix brown sugar and the remaining oats together and sprinkle on top. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

BRAN MUFFINS WITH APPLESAUCE



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This is one of my favorite bran muffin recipes, handed down from my mom. I made a few tweaks to make it even healthier. Add some raisins for a touch of sweetness.

Provided by elizabethann

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Whole Wheat Muffin Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup brown sugar
½ cup applesauce
¼ cup canola oil
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ teaspoon salt
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup natural wheat bran
3 tablespoons ground flax
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  • Mix together brown sugar, applesauce, canola oil, egg, vanilla extract, and salt in a large bowl.
  • Mix flour, bran, flax, baking soda, and baking powder in a separate bowl. Add bran mixture to applesauce mixture. Add milk and stir until thoroughly combined. Pour batter into the prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 11 to 13 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 287.9 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

APPLE BRAN MUFFINS



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Meet the Cook: This recipe dates back to when our two girls - now 15 and 12 - were in preschool and it was my turn to bring a snack for the class. My husband especially asks for the muffins in winter. Crafts and reading are my hobbies. -Nancy Brown, Klamath Falls, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield about 24 standard-size muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large golden Delicious apples, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup butter, cubed
3 cups All-Bran
1 cup boiling water
2 cups buttermilk
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2/3 cup sugar
1 cup raisins
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute apples in butter until tender, about 10 minutes. Combine cereal and water in a large bowl; stir in buttermilk, eggs, sugar, raisins and apples with butter. Combine dry ingredients; stir into apple mixture just until moistened. Refrigerate in a tightly covered container for at least 24 hours (batter will be very thick). Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until muffins test done. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts :

HONEY BRAN MUFFINS



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These muffins are made with bran cereal, and sweetened with pineapple juice, brown sugar, and honey. The recipe requires the batter to be refrigerated for at least 3 hours. It can be made the night before, and then baked in the morning. Makes 20 regular muffins, or 12 jumbo muffins.

Provided by June M

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Bran Muffin Recipes

Time 3h45m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups pineapple juice
2 cups golden raisins
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup honey
5 eggs, beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups whole bran cereal

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine pineapple juice and raisins. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. Stir in cereal. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, oil, honey, and eggs; mix well. Add cereal mixture, and mix well. Fold in the raisin mixture. Batter will be thin; it will thicken as it chills. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  • Stir chilled batter. Fill greased or paper lined muffin cups 3/4 full.
  • Bake in a preheated 400 degree F (205 degree C) oven, for 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 308 mg, Sugar 29.9 g

APPLE BRAN MUFFINS DRIZZLED WITH HONEY



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Recipe comes from book "Beautiful Breads and Fillings and Fabulous Fillings" by Margaux Sky, who owns cafe/bakery in San Luis Obispo, California.

Provided by ChefRed

Categories     Breads

Time 35m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups whole wheat flour
16 ounces five-grain cereal
1 (17 ounce) box 100% all-bran cereal
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups vanilla-flavored soymilk
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons dark molasses
5 -6 apples, peeled and chopped
2 cups raisins (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, 5-grain mix, bran cereal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another large bowl, combine the soy milk, brown sugar, olive oil, and molasses.
  • Add the soy milk mixture to the flour mixture and mix well.
  • Stir in the apples and raisins.
  • Generously butter the muffin tin.
  • Fill each compartment to the brim or just over.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Cool, but serve warm and drizzle with maple syrup or honey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 615.3, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 753.6, Carbohydrate 125.8, Fiber 25.2, Sugar 52.3, Protein 14.2

DOUBLE-APPLE BRAN MUFFINS



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Applesauce makes these muffins extra-tender. Fresh diced apple adds a refreshing pop of flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield Makes one dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 stick unsalted butter, melted, plus more for brushing (optional)
1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1 cup wheat bran or toasted wheat germ
2 tablespoons millet
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
6 tablespoons packed light-brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and cut into a 1/4-inch dice (about 1 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with baking cups, or lightly brush with butter. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, wheat bran, millet, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together butter, brown sugar, egg, and applesauce. Stir wet ingredients into dry until just combined. Fold in apple.
  • Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake until golden and tops spring back when lightly touched, about 24 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes in tin, then transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely.

BRAN MUFFINS WITH DRIED APPLES



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Categories     Bread     Dairy     Fruit     Breakfast     Brunch     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     High Fiber     Back to School     Apple     Fall     Healthy     Bran     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-bran cereal
1 cup nonfat milk
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup chopped dried apples (about 3 ounces)
Nonstick vegetable oil spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Mix cereal, milk, applesauce, oil and egg in large bowl. Let stand 10 minutes to soften bran.
  • Stir flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda in medium bowl to blend. Mix in chopped dried apples. Add dry ingredients to bran mixture and stir just until moistened.
  • Spray twelve 1/3-cup muffin cups with vegetable oil spray. Divide batter among muffin cups. Bake until muffins are light golden brown and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Transfer muffins to rack; cool completely.

Tips:

  • Use ripe apples for the best flavor and texture in your muffins.
  • Be sure to peel and core the apples before grating them. This will help to prevent the muffins from becoming too dense.
  • If you don't have any bran on hand, you can substitute an equal amount of whole wheat flour.
  • The honey drizzle is optional, but it adds a delicious sweetness to the muffins. If you don't have any honey, you can substitute an equal amount of maple syrup or agave nectar.
  • These muffins are best served warm, but they can also be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These apple bran muffins are a delicious and healthy snack or breakfast option. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own dietary needs. Whether you like them plain or with a drizzle of honey, these muffins are sure to please everyone at your table.

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