Best 6 Apple Bran Muffins Healthy Recipes

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Seeking a wholesome and delightful treat that combines taste and healthfulness? Look no further than our Apple Bran Muffins. These muffins are bursting with the flavors of sweet apples and wholesome bran, making them an excellent choice for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. Each bite offers a symphony of flavors and textures, with the natural sweetness of apples complemented by the nutty crunch of bran. Additionally, these muffins are packed with nutrient-rich ingredients, ensuring that you can indulge without guilt. With simple, straightforward recipes for both classic and vegan variations, our Apple Bran Muffins are a versatile culinary delight that cater to diverse dietary preferences. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook, these recipes will guide you effortlessly towards creating bakery-quality muffins that will impress your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

V'S APPLE BRAN MUFFINS



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These bran muffins use applesauce and wheat flour to create a wonderful healthy muffin. Easy to customize to anyone's flavor favorites!

Provided by V's Kitchen

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Whole Wheat Muffin Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup bran flakes cereal
⅜ cup whole wheat flour
⅜ cup all-purpose flour
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup applesauce
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper liners.
  • Combine bran flakes cereal, whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Whisk applesauce, sugar, vegetable oil, and egg together in a separate bowl; stir into flour mixture until just combined. Fill muffin cups about 2/3-full with batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean, about 15 minutes. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes on a wire rack; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 174.2 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

LOW FAT APPLE BRAN MUFFINS



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I like to snack on these muffins, they're good, and they're healthy too. Add more sugar if you want it to be sweeter, since these muffins aren't very sweet. Be careful with the milk, sometimes it can be too moist, but you'll just have to bake it for a longer period of time.

Provided by Jenny Wong

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Bran Muffin Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ cups wheat bran
1 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 egg whites
½ apple, grated

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine bran and buttermilk. Set aside to soak for 10 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease muffin pan, or use paper liners.
  • In a large bowl, mix together flour, brown sugar and baking soda. Stir in bran mixture and egg whites. Fold in grated apple. Divide batter into 12 muffin cups.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 16 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before removing from the pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.9 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 137.3 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

HEALTHY APPLE BRAN MUFFINS



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This is my sister-in-law's recipe. It's quick and easy to throw together in the morning. I always use chunky apple sauce in place of the chopped apple.

Provided by Shiraz

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 25m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup flour
1/3 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 large apple, chopped finely (or use 1 cup chunky apple sauce)
1 cup milk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 large egg
2 cups Raisin Bran cereal

Steps:

  • Mix together first six ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Add in all remaining ingredients and stir until combined.
  • Bake in greased muffin tins at 350 for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.5, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 18.4, Sodium 217.2, Carbohydrate 25.4, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 10.8, Protein 3.2

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 :

APPLE BRAN MUFFINS



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This is a nice change from a plain bran muffin. It's somewhat healthier, because it's made with yogurt. I always double the cinnamon sugar on top (personal preference). Sometimes I add some chopped pecans (or walnuts). Don't let the long list of ingredients scare you - these come together fast.

Provided by Sweet PQ

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 25m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup wheat bran
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup oil
1 cup plain yogurt (I use vanilla, it's what I have in the fridge)
1/3 cup apple juice
1 apple, unpeeled & chopped
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400*. Mix flours, bran, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda & salt together in a large bowl.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the egg, brown sugar and oil. Stir in the yogurt, apple juice & apple.
  • Stir the wet ingredients into the dry until just moistened.
  • Spoon into greased (I use cooking spray) muffin tins, filling each to the top.
  • TOPPING: Mix together & sprinkle over muffins before baking.
  • Bake @ 400* for 18-20 minutes until firm to touch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.7, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 252, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 12.5, Protein 4.1

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.

Tips:

  • Use ripe apples: Riper apples will be sweeter and have a more complex flavor, making your muffins more delicious.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the muffins tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Fill the muffin cups evenly: This will help ensure that the muffins bake evenly.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the muffins are cooked through.
  • Let the muffins cool completely before serving: This will help them hold their shape and make them easier to eat.

Conclusion:

These apple bran muffins are a healthy and delicious snack or breakfast option. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can have a batch of these muffins ready in no time. So next time you're looking for a healthy snack or breakfast, give these apple bran muffins a try!

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