Best 6 Bran Graham Muffins Recipes

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Bran muffins are a delicious and nutritious breakfast option. They are made with whole wheat flour, bran, and oats, which provide dietary fiber and essential nutrients. Bran muffins are also low in fat and calories, making them a healthy choice for people who are watching their weight.

This article features three delicious bran muffin recipes:

* **Classic Bran Muffins:** These muffins are made with simple ingredients like whole wheat flour, bran, oats, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, eggs, milk, and butter. They are a classic breakfast treat that is sure to please everyone.
* **Zucchini Bran Muffins:** These muffins are made with grated zucchini, which adds moisture and a touch of sweetness. They are also made with whole wheat flour, bran, oats, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, eggs, milk, and butter.
* **Blueberry Bran Muffins:** These muffins are made with fresh blueberries, which add a burst of flavor and antioxidants. They are also made with whole wheat flour, bran, oats, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, eggs, milk, and butter.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy these delicious and nutritious bran muffins. They are a great way to start your day or to enjoy as a snack.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BRAN MUFFINS



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These moist, flavor-packed Bran Muffins are a classic and this recipe is the best ever!

Provided by Shauna Sever - Midwest Made

Categories     Muffins

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups bran flake cereal, finely crushed (*see note)
1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
2/3 cup light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons turbinado sugar for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Combine the cereal, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon into a large bowl and whisk together. Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl whisk together the buttermilk, oil, egg, and vanilla. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir to blend well. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 12 hours. The batter will become very thick.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line your muffin tin with 10 paper liners and set aside.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the liners, filling them completely. Sprinkle with the turbinado sugar.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the muffins to cool in tin for 2 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Sugar 18.1 g, Sodium 398.1 mg, Fat 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.5 g, Cholesterol 21.3 mg

GINGERBREAD BRAN MUFFINS



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These muffins start with a hefty cup of toasted bran, along with whole wheat flour for more bran and super-healthy wheat germ. And they're extra tasty with plenty of cozy spices, fragrant fresh ginger and rich, sweet molasses. There's a lot going on in these little muffins! To amp up the flavor even more, try adding orange zest, cranberries or nuts.

Provided by Samantha Seneviratne

Categories     dessert

Time 50m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup wheat bran
1/2 cup graham or whole wheat flour
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 large eggs
3/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup raisins
3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. Spread the wheat bran evenly on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until fragrant and toasted, about 8 minutes. Remove the bran from the oven and increase the heat to 450 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the toasted bran, graham flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and cloves. In a large bowl, whisk together the molasses, vegetable oil, dark brown sugar and eggs. Stir in the buttermilk, raisins and ginger.
  • Gently stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, just until everything is evenly moistened. Don't overdo it.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cups. Transfer to the oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F. Bake until the tops are nice and puffed and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached, 22 to 25 minutes. Transfer the muffins to a rack to cool completely.

CLASSIC BRAN MUFFINS



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A delicious source of fiber! My family have them almost every morning. Great healthy muffins! You may substitute dates for the raisins if you wish.

Provided by Janet Kalman Villada

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Bran Muffin Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups wheat bran
1 cup buttermilk
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 egg
⅔ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
  • Mix together wheat bran and buttermilk; let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Beat together oil, egg, sugar and vanilla and add to buttermilk/bran mixture. Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Stir flour mixture into buttermilk mixture, until just blended. Fold in raisins and spoon batter into prepared muffin tins.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. Cool and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 262.2 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

BRAN MUFFINS



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These hearty, nutritious muffins make a nice addition to all your meals no matter what time of day. They can bake while you prepare other menu items, so you can enjoy them hot from the oven.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup 100% bran cereal
1 cup whole milk
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Combine flour, baking powder, sugar and salt; set aside. In a bowl, combine cereal and milk; let stand for 2 minutes. Add egg and oil; mix well. Add dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. , Spoon into greased muffin cups. Bake at 400° until golden brown, 18-20 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

BRAN GRAHAM MUFFINS



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My mother-in-law makes these muffins, and they are delicious. She adds 1/4 cup flax seeds, and then increase buttermilk to 1 cup. She has also decreases the oil to about 1 tsp, and adds apple sauce (the ones that come in a cup. The recipe as posted is from Company's Coming Muffins and More cookbook.

Provided by pwdcrazy

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup all-bran cereal
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup raisins, coarsely cut
1 egg
1/3 cup oil
1/4 cup molasses
3/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Measure all dry ingredients into bowl. Mix in raisins.
  • in another bowl beat egg until frothy.
  • Add oil, molasses, buttermilk and vanilla, and beat to mix.
  • pour wet ingredients over dry ingredients, and stir just enough to moisten.
  • Spoon onto greased muffin tins, filling 3/4 full.
  • Bake in 375 F oven for 20 minutes.

BEST BRAN MUFFINS



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Having these muffins for breakfast provides a good start to a busy day. My husband loves pineapple, which makes these muffins moist...and delicious!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 18 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup all-bran cereal
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup molasses
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple in natural juice, undrained
1/2 cup chopped nuts, dates or raisins

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Make a well in the center. Combine the egg, oil, molasses, buttermilk and pineapple with juice. Pour into well; mix just until dry ingredients are moistened. Stir in the nuts, dates or raisins. , Fill 18 greased muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 400° for 12 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For a healthier version, use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • To make sure your muffins are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center of one. If it comes out clean, they're done.
  • For a sweeter muffin, add 1/2 cup of sugar to the batter.
  • For a more flavorful muffin, add 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.
  • If you want a muffin with a crispy top, sprinkle the tops with sugar before baking.

Conclusion:

Bran graham muffins are a delicious and healthy breakfast or snack. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast or snack, give bran graham muffins a try!

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