Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors and textures that blueberry bran sunflower muffins offer. These wholesome treats are a perfect blend of sweet blueberries, hearty bran, and crunchy sunflower seeds, all enveloped in a moist and tender muffin. Each bite is a delightful journey, starting with the crisp outer layer that gives way to a soft and fluffy interior, bursting with juicy blueberries and the nutty flavor of sunflower seeds. The bran adds a subtle earthiness and a boost of fiber, making these muffins a nutritious choice for any occasion. Whether you enjoy them as a quick breakfast, a midday snack, or a sweet treat, blueberry bran sunflower muffins are sure to satisfy your cravings.
This article presents two enticing recipes for blueberry bran sunflower muffins, each with its unique twist. The first recipe, a classic blueberry bran sunflower muffin, embodies the traditional flavors and textures we all love. The second recipe, a gluten-free blueberry bran sunflower muffin, caters to those with dietary restrictions, offering a delicious and inclusive option. Both recipes are easy to follow and require minimal prep time, making them perfect for busy mornings or spontaneous baking sessions. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful culinary adventure with these irresistible blueberry bran sunflower muffins.
THE VERY BEST BLUEBERRY BRAN MUFFINS
This recipe came to me in a newsletter from dairygoodness.ca and boy am I ever glad I tried them. These have to be the very very best muffins I have ever made.
Provided by karen in tbay
Categories Quick Breads
Time 45m
Yield 12-16 large muffins, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F Lightly spray muffin pans.
- In large bowl, combine cereal with milk, let stand 10 minutes.
- In separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt.
- Whisk brown sugar, egg, molasses and melted butter into cereal mixture.
- Pour over dry ingredients and sprinkle with blueberries.
- Stir just until moistened.
- Spoon into prepared muffin pan. Bake 25 to 30 mins or until tops are firm to the touch.
- Note: to sour milk, spoon 4 tsp lemon juice or white vinegar into glass measuring cup, pour in enough milk to make 1 1/2 cups. Let stand for 5 mins then stir.
- If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw before adding to the muffins.
BLUEBERRY BRAN MUFFINS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Brush the top of a muffin pan with vegetable oil and line it with 12 paper liners.
- Stir together the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon in a medium bowl. In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, sugar, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, honey, eggs, and vanilla until combined. Add the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Gently stir in the wheat bran and blueberries until combined.
- Scoop the batter into the muffin cups with a rounded 2 1/4-inch ice cream scoop. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and a cake tester comes out clean. Allow to cool for 5 minutes and serve warm or at room temperature.
LOW-FAT BLUEBERRY BRAN MUFFINS
These muffins are just as delicious and moist as regular muffins! They'll be gone before they have time to cool. Low-fat, healthy and yummy, imagine that.
Provided by 3LIONCUBS
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Muffin Recipes Whole Wheat Muffin Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease muffin cups or use paper muffin liners. Mix together wheat bran and milk, and let stand for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix together applesauce, egg, brown sugar, and vanilla. Beat in bran mixture. Sift together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Stir into bran mixture until just blended. Fold in blueberries. Scoop into muffin cups.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tops spring back when lightly tapped.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.3 g, Cholesterol 15.9 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 250.4 mg, Sugar 15.2 g
BLUEBERRY-BRAN MUFFINS
I created this recipe by trial and error. I've only had one outstanding bran muffin at a restaurant, and wanted to come up with a awesome one to make myself. These are moist, healthy, not too sweet and so tasty! Full of grains and fruits.-Nancy, Rens, Prescott, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 45m
Yield 1-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, combine bran flakes and boiling water; set aside., Whisk together flours, brown sugar, oats, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, whisk together egg, buttermilk, applesauce and molasses; stir in bran mixture. Add to dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened. Fold in blueberries, plums and almonds. , Coat muffin cups with cooking spray; fill three-fourths full. Drizzle with honey. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 18-20 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BLUEBERRY BRAN MUFFINS
Bake a batch of better-for-you breakfast muffins by using oil instead of butter, swapping out some of the sugar for maple syrup, and adding nutty, nutritious bran.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Yield Makes 12 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Separately beat together the eggs, maple syrup, sugar, oil, and milk. Stir the egg mixture into the flour mixture. Stir in the berries and bran. Fill the muffin cups three-quarters full.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes in the pan before removing.
BLUEBERRY-BRAN MUFFINS
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories breakfast, side dish
Time 50m
Yield 12 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter 12 two-and-a-half-inch muffin cups or line them with fluted paper.
- Combine the bran cereal, whole- wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon in a bowl and stir to blend the ingredients. Set aside.
- Beat the butter until it is creamy and beat in the brown sugar. Stir in the eggs one at a time, then add one-third of the flour mixture. Stir in half the buttermilk, then repeat with another third of the flour mixture, the remaining buttermilk and the remaining flour mixture. Fold in the blueberries.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin cups. They should be not quite filled.
- Bake until the tops are firm to the touch and lightly browned, about 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 198, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 215 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BLUEBERRY BRAN SUNFLOWER MUFFINS
Steps:
- In a bowl stir together the butter, the milk, and the eggs. In a large bowl whisk together the flour, the sugar, the baking powder, the salt, the bran, and the sunflower seeds. Add the butter mixture, stir the batter until it is just combined, and fold in the blueberries. (The batter will be thick and lumpy.) Divide the batter among 12 well-buttered 1/2-cup muffin tins and bake the muffins in a preheated 425°F. oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are golden. Turn the muffins out onto a rack and let them cool.
Tips:
- For a sweeter muffin, add an extra 1/4 cup of sugar. Adjust the amount of milk to reach desired batter consistency, if needed.
- If you don't have muffin liners, grease muffin cups with cooking spray.
- Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor. If using frozen blueberries, thaw them before using and drain off any excess liquid.
- You can substitute other dried fruit or nuts for the sunflower seeds, such as raisins, cranberries, or chopped walnuts.
- These muffins are best when served warm, but they can also be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Conclusion:
These Blueberry Bran Sunflower Muffins are a delicious and healthy way to start your day. They're packed with blueberries, bran, and sunflower seeds, which are all good sources of fiber, antioxidants, and other nutrients. They're also easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy muffin recipe, give these Blueberry Bran Sunflower Muffins a try!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love