Chocolate Chip Bran Muffins

Start your morning with a wholesome yet indulgent treat by baking these Chocolate Chip Bran Muffins—where hearty nutrition meets chocolatey bliss. This easy-to-make recipe combines fiber-rich bran cereal and a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flours for a nourishing base, while a hint of cinnamon adds warm, aromatic flavor. Softened bran cereal is mixed with brown sugar, vanilla, and a touch of vegetable oil to create moist, tender muffins that strike a perfect balance of health and indulgence. Semi-sweet chocolate chips are folded into the batter, offering delightful bursts of decadence in every bite. Ready in just over 30 minutes, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, a snack on-the-go, or a treat in lunchboxes. With a yield of 12 muffins, these airy-yet-satisfying bites are best enjoyed fresh from the oven or stored for up to a week for easy meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Bran cereal
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the bran cereal and milk. Stir well and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the cereal to soften.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Step 4

Once the bran cereal has softened, add the brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently stir just until combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the muffins dense.

Step 6

Fold in the chocolate chips to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(776.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2176.9

Total Fat 104.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 34.4g
Cholesterol 394.0mg	0%
Sodium 2554.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 291.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.7g	0%
Total Sugars 166.8g
Protein 46.9g	0%

Vitamin D 389.4IU	0%
Calcium 487.3mg	0%
Iron 36.0mg	0%
Potassium 999.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.0%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 50.9%