Best 7 Original Refrigerator Bran Muffin Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful goodness of homemade bran muffins with our comprehensive recipe guide. Discover the classic Original Refrigerator Bran Muffin recipe, a beloved breakfast staple that combines the wholesome goodness of bran with a tender crumb and a slightly sweet flavor. This recipe also features variations such as the Blueberry Bran Muffins, which burst with juicy blueberries in every bite, and the hearty Banana Nut Bran Muffins, where ripe bananas and crunchy walnuts add a delightful twist. For those seeking a healthier option, the Low-Fat Bran Muffins offer a guilt-free indulgence without compromising on taste. And if you're short on time, the Quick and Easy Bran Muffins provide a convenient option that still delivers a satisfying muffin experience. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, our recipes ensure success for bakers of all skill levels. Get ready to fill your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bran muffins and enjoy a delicious start to your day.

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

REFRIGERATOR BRAN MUFFINS



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"WHEN I TOLD THEM I was submitting some church-supper recipes, everyone in the family said I should be sure to send along this one."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large eggs, room temperature
1 quart buttermilk
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup sugar
6 cups (10 ounces) bran flakes with raisins
1/2 to 1 cup raisins
5 cups all-purpose flour
5 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs, buttermilk, oil and sugar. Stir in cereal and raisins. Sift together flour, baking soda and salt; add to egg mixture. Stir just until all ingredients are moistened. If desired, store batter, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. To bake, gently stir batter; fill greased muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm. (All of the batter does not need to be baked at once.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 325mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

REFRIGERATOR BRAN MUFFINS



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I could not believe the differences in all the refrigerator bran muffin recipes! This is the one my good friend Mary gave to me about 1972. It keeps well, is tasty, great for mom's with little time, and is healthy. What more can you ask?

Provided by Sweetiebarbara

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h

Yield 48 muffins, 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups all-bran cereal
1 cup boiling water
2 cups buttermilk
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup shortening (I use butter)
2 eggs
2 1/2 cups unsifted flour (unbleached or whole wheat)
2 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup dates (or raisins)

Steps:

  • Mix all bran cereal, boiling water, and one cup of the buttermilk.
  • Let mixture stand.
  • Blend sugar with shortening (butter).
  • Add eggs and mix.
  • Add the flour, soda, salt, another cup of buttermilk, and the dates.
  • Blend well and add to bran mixture.
  • Cover tightly and refrigerate up to 2 months.
  • When ready to use, do NOT stir!
  • Dip batter into greased muffin tins.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes, if whole wheat, 30.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.4, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 9.2, Sodium 137, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 6, Protein 1.8

REFRIGERATOR BRAN MUFFINS



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These are so great to make ahead and keep in the fridge for up to 2 months. They make a quick breakfast; bake as needed.

Provided by TKDANIELSON

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Bran Muffin Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups bran flakes cereal
2 cups wheat bran cereal (such as Kellogg's® All-Bran®)
2 cups boiling water
2 ½ cups white sugar
1 ½ cups shortening
4 eggs
5 cups all-purpose flour
5 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 quart buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a muffin pan or line with muffin cups.
  • Combine bran flakes and bran cereal in a heat-proof bowl. Cover with boiling water; stir and let sit until softened.
  • Beat sugar, shortening, and eggs together in a very large bowl with an electric mixer until creamy.
  • Sift flour, baking soda, and salt into a bowl. Add flour mixture and buttermilk alternately to sugar mixture. Stir in softened bran; mix until evenly incorporated.
  • Spoon batter evenly into prepared muffin pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tops spring back when lightly pressed, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 10.9 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 154.2 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

SIX WEEK BRAN MUFFINS



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This batter can be stored in your refrigerator, unbaked for 6 weeks. Use only the amount you want each day. Mine never seems to last that long!

Provided by Dee

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Bran Muffin Recipes

Yield 216

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups boiling water
6 cups whole bran cereal
3 cups shortening
9 cups white sugar
12 eggs
12 cups buttermilk
15 cups all-purpose flour
5 tablespoons baking soda
1 tablespoon salt
12 cups whole bran cereal

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, add boiling water to the first 6 cups of bran cereal, cool.
  • Cream shortening or margarine, sugar, eggs, and buttermilk together. Add to bran mixture. Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt. Fold in the 12 cups of bran cereal. Stir only until moistened.
  • Bake in a preheated 425 degree F (220 degree C) oven for 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 10.9 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 149.9 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

REFRIGERATOR RAISIN BRAN MUFFINS RECIPE - (3.6/5)



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Provided by Hapemom

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
1 cup sugar
2 cup buttermilk
4 1/2 cup Raisin Bran flakes
2 1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix well the eggs, oil, sugar, buttermilk and Raisin Bran. Sift dry ingredients and add to cereal mixture. Fill greased muffin tins 2/3 full and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Store remaining batter in a large covered container in the refrigerator. Do not stir again until ready to bake.

REFRIGERATOR BUTTERMILK BRAN MUFFINS



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This recipe came from my Canadian Living Cookbook.I have made these muffins for years and my family loves them and they're good for you. You can store the batter in the fridge for up to two weeks and make fresh muffins anytime you want. Use any bran cereal that is labelled all-bran or 100% bran; do not use bran flakes.

Provided by bert2421

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 60 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups natural wheat bran
2 cups all-bran cereal
2 cups boiling water
4 cups buttermilk
1 cup shortening
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
4 eggs
5 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 cups raisins

Steps:

  • In very large bowl, combine bran and bran cereal.
  • Add boiling water, stir to moisten and let stand 10 minutes. Add buttermilk.
  • In another very large bowl, cream shortening with sugars.
  • Beat in eggs one at a time.
  • Add bran mixture to creamed mixture, stirring until blended.
  • Mix together flour, soda and salt; add raisins.
  • Add to bran mixture, stirring until evenly mixed.
  • Cover tightly with foil and refrigerate at least 24 hours.
  • To make muffins, spoon batter into muffin tins lined with paper baking cups, filling about 3/4 full.
  • Bake in 375 oven for 20-25 minutes.
  • Make as many muffins as you wish, then return remaining batter to refrigerator.
  • Batter will thicken considerably, but don't stir it before spooning it out.
  • Recipe makes about 5 dozen muffins; it may be halved successfully.
  • Baked muffins freeze well.

SIX-WEEK BRAN MUFFINS



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I'm only 12 years old but already like to cook and bake. This batter can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for weeks, so it's easy to make yummy muffins fresh each morning.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 eggs
3 cups sugar
1 quart buttermilk
6 cups bran cereal with raisins
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup vegetable oil
5 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until well combines. Stir in buttermilk, cereal, flour, oil, baking soda and salt; mix well. Refrigerate at least 6 hours before using. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Batter may be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 6 weeks.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For a healthier muffin, use whole wheat flour and bran instead of all-purpose flour.
  • Add some chopped nuts or dried fruits to the batter for a crunchy texture and extra flavor.
  • 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.
  • Fill the muffin cups only 2/3 full to prevent them from overflowing.
  • Bake the muffins at 375°F for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Conclusion:

These original refrigerator bran muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or snack. They are perfect for busy mornings or when you need a quick and healthy option. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a batch of these muffins ready to enjoy. So next time you're looking for a tasty and nutritious muffin, give this recipe a try!

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