Best 2 Healthy Pumpkin Bran Muffins Recipes

Pumpkin bran muffins are a delightful treat that combines the warm, comforting flavors of pumpkin with the wholesome goodness of bran. These muffins are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making them a perfect choice for a healthy breakfast or snack. The moist and fluffy texture of the muffins comes from the combination of pumpkin puree, mashed bananas, and whole wheat flour. The addition of bran adds a boost of fiber and a nutty flavor, while spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger enhance the pumpkin's natural sweetness. This recipe also includes a streusel topping made with oats, brown sugar, and chopped walnuts, adding a crunchy and flavorful contrast to the soft muffin. Whether you enjoy them plain or topped with a dollop of yogurt or cream cheese, these pumpkin bran muffins are sure to satisfy your cravings and nourish your body. Additionally, this article provides variations for gluten-free, vegan, and sugar-free pumpkin bran muffins, ensuring that everyone can enjoy these delicious and nutritious treats.

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HEALTHY PUMPKIN-BRAN MUFFINS

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Not-too-sweet, healthy oat bran-pumpkin muffin recipe that freezes well.

Provided by Tricia

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups oat bran
½ cup whole wheat flour
¼ cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
¼ cup molasses
1 large egg, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup pumpkin puree

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or line with paper liners.
Combine oat bran, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt in a bowl and mix thoroughly.
Combine milk, molasses, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl and mix well. Stir into dry ingredients until just moistened. Add pumpkin puree and mix just enough to evenly distribute; do not overstir.
Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 17 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 339 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

HEALTHY PUMPKIN BRAN CREAM CHEESE MUFFINS

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These are my favorite fall/winter muffin. This is a mixture of recipe #204128 and recipe #189156. Delicious! And these are great, full of protein and fibre. You can feel good eating these! Note: if you arent a cheese fan, you may want to use less cheese. Put in how much looks right to your taste. Also, these are not overly sweet so add more sugar if you wish.

Provided by I Cant Believe Its

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 11-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 cup brown sugar (more for a sweeter muffin)
1 cup all-bran cereal
1 cup skim milk
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin
2 egg whites, beaten
1 3/4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 -4 ounces fat free cream cheese or 3 -4 ounces light cream cheese, rolled into small balls
chopped walnuts, to top (optional)
cinnamon sugar, to top

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°F, and grease 12 standard size muffin cups with cooking spray.
Roll 3-4 ounces cream cheese into little balls (as big as you perfer, and you can roll them in fine sugar if you like, too), and place single layer on wax paper in freezer while preparing rest of recipe.
Mix cereal and milk in a large bowl and set aside for a few minutes to soften.
While softening, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in large bowl.
Whisk pumpkin, egg, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, and vanilla together, then stir in cereal and milk.
Fold wet mixture into dry and add in the cream cheese balls **dont over mix**.
Fill up each muffin cup, sprinkling the tops with additional cinnamon+sugar, and walnuts.
Bake 28-38 minutes and cool on cooling rack. Tastes delish warm, but they also refrigerate and freeze well.
SUGGESTION: Would taste delish with cream cheese icing on top :).

Tips:

Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your muffins will be.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in tough muffins. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Fill the muffin cups evenly: This will help ensure that your muffins bake evenly.
Bake the muffins in a preheated oven: This will help prevent them from sticking to the pan.
Let the muffins cool completely before frosting them: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

These healthy pumpkin bran muffins are a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. Made with whole wheat flour, oats, pumpkin puree, and bananas, they're packed with fiber, protein, and vitamins. They're also low in fat and sugar, making them a guilt-free treat. Whether you're looking for a healthy breakfast option or a tasty snack, these muffins are sure to please.