A wholesome and nutritious bran muffin recipe that delivers a deep, rich flavor. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
20min
Ingredients
12 Servings
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2.5 tsp Baking soda
- 0.5 cup Boiling water
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Butter
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 2 Eggs
- 0.5 cup Molasses
- 1 cup Raisins
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Wheat bran
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line muffin tins.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine wheat bran and buttermilk. Let stand for 10 minutes.
Step 3
In another bowl, pour boiling water over 0.5 cup of the bran and let stand.
Step 4
In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. Beat in eggs, molasses, and vanilla extract.
Step 5
Stir in the wheat bran mixture and the boiled bran mixture.
Step 6
In a separate bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 7
Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in raisins.
Step 8
Spoon batter into prepared muffin tins, filling each about 2/3 full.
Step 9
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Step 10
Allow muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.