Description
Delight in the wholesome goodness of these raisin bran muffins, perfect for breakfast or a snack. Soft, fluffy, and packed with nutritious ingredients, they’re sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup bran cereal
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk (any kind)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup raisins (soaked for extra juiciness)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, bran cereal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth. Pour into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in raisins carefully without overmixing.
- Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor complexity, substitute half the sugar with honey or maple syrup.
- Feel free to add nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days; freeze individually wrapped for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg