Best 5 Whole Grain Raisin Muffins Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful goodness of our wholesome whole grain raisin muffins, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These delightful muffins are crafted with a blend of nutritious whole grains, offering a hearty and wholesome foundation. Plump, juicy raisins dance throughout the batter, adding bursts of natural sweetness and a chewy texture in every bite. The muffins are crowned with a delicate streusel topping, a combination of oats, brown sugar, and spices, that creates a crispy, caramelized crust that perfectly complements the soft, fluffy interior. These muffins are not just a treat for your taste buds but also a nourishing addition to your diet, providing a balance of complex carbohydrates, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. Whether you enjoy them as a quick breakfast on-the-go, an afternoon snack, or a sweet treat after dinner, these whole grain raisin muffins are sure to become a beloved favorite in your kitchen.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

HEARTY WHOLE GRAIN MUFFINS



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These muffins are delicious. My very, very picky son loves them for breakfast and doesn't even realize they are full of good things for him. You can easily substitute the grains in the recipe for whatever you prefer or have on hand.

Provided by babooleena

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Whole Wheat Muffin Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 19

½ cup raisins
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
⅔ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
½ cup nonfat dry milk powder
¼ cup toasted wheat germ
¼ cup wheat bran
3 tablespoons uncooked farina hot cereal (such as Cream of Wheat®)
3 egg whites
1 ¼ cups unsweetened applesauce
1 large carrot, peeled and shredded
⅓ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup bran cereal
3 tablespoons raw sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 18 muffin cups with paper liners.
  • In a small bowl, cover the raisins with water, and set aside to plump. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, allspice, dry milk powder, wheat bran, and farina cereal until thoroughly combined.
  • Drain water from the raisins. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy, then mix in the drained raisins, applesauce, carrot, vegetable oil, and bran cereal. Pour the liquid ingredients into the flour mixture, and briefly mix just to moisten (do not overmix). Fill muffin cups about 2/3 full, and sprinkle each muffin with about 1/2 teaspoon of raw sugar.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the muffins are set and the tops are golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin should come out clean. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 253.5 mg, Sugar 16 g

WHOLE WHEAT RAISIN MUFFINS



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My Aunt would make these for me when I visited them at their cabin in northern Minnesota. Warm from the oven with butter and honey....these are irresistible!

Provided by Michelle S.

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 28m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup white flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg, beaten
3/4 cup milk
1/3 cup oil
1/3 cup honey
3/4 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In a bowl, thoroughly stir together flours, salt and baking powder.
  • Make a well in center of blended ingredients.
  • Combine egg, milk, oil, and honey; add all at once to dry ingredients.
  • Fold in raisins.
  • Fill greased muffin tins 2/3 full.
  • Bake at 400 degrees 16 to 18 minutes.

WHOLE WHEAT CARROT-RAISIN MUFFINS



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These muffins are delicious and healthy. The whole wheat flour gives the muffins a great grainy texture!

Provided by abby

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Whole Wheat Muffin Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup vanilla yogurt
¼ cup vegetable oil
⅓ cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 cup carrot, peeled and shredded
½ cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 14 muffin cups, or line with paper muffin liners.
  • Combine flour, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt in a bowl. Whisk together yogurt, vegetable oil, honey, vanilla extract, and orange juice in a separate bowl. Gently fold carrots into the yogurt mixture. Stir yogurt mixture into the flour mixture until just combined. Gently fold raisins into the batter. Scoop batter into prepared muffin cups until nearly full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 12 to 13 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 275.9 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

WHOLE GRAIN RAISIN MUFFINS



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Got this from a desertculinary.blogspot.com (Adapted from King Arthur Flour BC) I find these very tastey and filling. And not dense/ heavy at all but light even if with Whole Wheat flour. NOTE: i only got 9 regular sized out of of the supposed 12 muffins

Provided by fawn512

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 25m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup canola oil
2 eggs
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup molasses
3/4 cup wheat bran
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 cup golden raisin

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix milk, oil, eggs, brown sugar and molasses - whisking to combine.
  • Stir in the wheat bran and oats. Allow this to set for 15 minutes to soften the oats.
  • Preheat the oven to 425.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder. Stir in the raisins. Add this mixture to the wet ingredients and stir just until combined.
  • Lightly spray a 12 cup muffin tin with cooking spray. Evenly distribute the batter between the 12 cups.
  • Bake for about 14 minutes, or until the top springs back when lightly touched.
  • When done, remove the muffins from the pans as soon as you can handle them.
  • Try not to leave them in the pan for longer than 5 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack.

RAISIN BRAN MUFFINS



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Stir up this batch of hearty, low-fat morning treats. Kissed with brown sugar, they're moist and taste more indulgent than they are.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 40m

Yield Makes 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for tin
1 1/2 cups raisin bran cereal
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup whole-wheat flour (spooned and leveled)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup packed dark-brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400. Lightly oil a 6-cup standard muffin tin, or use paper liners. In a medium bowl, combine cereal and milk; let stand until softened, about 5 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk together flours, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Stir oil, egg, and sugar into cereal mixture. Fold in flour mixture. Divide batter among cups. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in tin 5 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack; let cool completely, or serve warm. Store up to 5 days at room temperature in a resealable plastic bag.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your muffins.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the muffins tough.
  • Fill the muffin cups about 2/3 full. This will prevent them from overflowing in the oven.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can make the muffins dry.
  • Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help prevent them from breaking.

Conclusion:

These whole grain raisin muffins are a delicious and healthy way to start your day. They're packed with whole grains, raisins, and spices, and they're low in sugar and fat. They're also easy to make, so you can have a batch ready in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast or snack, give these muffins a try. You won't be disappointed!

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