Best 2 Cranberry Bran Flax Seed Muffins Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our versatile Cranberry Bran Flax Seed Muffins, a symphony of flavors and textures that cater to various dietary preferences.

For those seeking a classic muffin experience, our traditional recipe delivers a moist and fluffy crumb, bursting with the tangy sweetness of cranberries and the nutty goodness of bran and flax seeds.

For a gluten-free delight, our alternative recipe offers a symphony of flavors and textures, using almond flour and coconut flour to create a moist and satisfying muffin that's just as delicious as its traditional counterpart.

And for those with vegan preferences, our plant-based recipe reimagines the muffin experience with a combination of oat milk, flax eggs, and maple syrup, resulting in a moist and tender muffin that's packed with wholesome goodness.

No matter your dietary choices, our Cranberry Bran Flax Seed Muffins promise a delightful treat that nourishes your body and soul.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY BRAN FLAX SEED MUFFINS

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Healthy, whole-wheat muffins made with whole and ground flax seed and dried cranberries with hint of cinnamon.

Provided by DLynne

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Muffin Recipes Whole Wheat Muffin Recipes

Time 52m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 ½ cups bran flakes cereal, slightly crushed
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup granular sucralose sweetener (such as Splenda®)
½ cup ground flax seed
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
3 egg whites
1 cup 1% buttermilk
¼ cup honey
¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
1 (6 ounce) package dried cranberries
2 tablespoons whole flax seeds

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line cups with paper liners.
Combine crushed bran flakes, whole wheat flour, sucralose, ground flax seed, all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Make a well in the middle of the mixture.
Whisk egg whites together lightly in a bowl until foamy. Mix in buttermilk, honey, and applesauce. Pour mixture into the well and blend batter until just moistened. Fold in cranberries.
Fill muffin cups 3/4 full with batter; sprinkle tops with whole flax seeds.
Bake in the preheated oven until tops spring back when lightly pressed, 12 to 15 minutes. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes; transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.8 calories, Carbohydrate 36.6 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 247.5 mg, Sugar 17.4 g

BRAN FLAX SEED CRANBERRY MUFFINS

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Make and share this Bran Flax Seed Cranberry Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by daisygrl64

Categories Quick Breads

Time 55m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 1/3 cups buttermilk
3/4 cup all-bran cereal or 3/4 cup 100% all-bran cereal
1/2 cup natural bran
2/3 cup molasses
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 egg
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup flax seed
4 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

grease muffin cups or line with paper liners, and set aside.
in a bowl, stir together buttermilk, all-bran and natural bran, let stand for 10 minutes. in separate bowl, combine molasses, oil, egg and vanilla and stir into bran mixture.
in large bowl, whisk all-purpose flour and whole wheat flours, brown sugar, flaxseeds, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt. pour bran mixture over top. sprinkle with dried cranberries, and stir just until moistened. scoop by 1/2 cupfuls into prepared cups.
bake in centre of 375*F oven until tops are firm to the touch, about 25 minutes.
let cool in pan on rack for 2 minutes. remove from pan and let cool.
Make Ahead:.
wrap separately in plastic wrap and freeze in airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Tips:

For a sweeter muffin, increase the amount of sugar to 1/2 cup.
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.
For a crunchier muffin, add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.
To make the muffins ahead of time, bake them according to the recipe and then let them cool completely. Freeze the muffins in an airtight container for up to 2 months. When you're ready to serve, thaw the muffins at room temperature for 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator.

Conclusion:

These Cranberry Bran Flax Seed Muffins are a delicious and healthy way to start your day. They're packed with fiber, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acids, and they're also low in sugar and calories. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast or a healthy snack, these muffins are the perfect choice.