Lemon Bran Muffins

Brighten your mornings with these wholesome and zesty Lemon Bran Muffins! Packed with fiber from bran cereal and infused with the refreshing tang of fresh lemon zest and juice, these muffins strike the perfect balance between nutritious and delicious. Quick and easy to prepare, they come together in just over 30 minutes, making them an ideal choice for busy weekdays or lazy weekend brunches. The tender crumb is elevated by the fragrant notes of vanilla, while a touch of sugar adds just the right amount of sweetness. Serve them warm with a dollop of butter or as a grab-and-go snack for a burst of citrusy goodness. Perfect for muffin lovers seeking a healthier twist, these Lemon Bran Muffins are sure to leave your taste buds—and your morning—brightened!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Bran cereal
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, stir together the bran cereal and milk. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, allowing the bran to soften.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 4

Add the granulated sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the softened bran mixture, then stir to combine.

Step 5

Whisk in the egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the bran mixture until well incorporated.

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until no streaks of flour remain. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins dense.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 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

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your moist and zesty Lemon Bran Muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(708.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1800.3

Total Fat 68.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 36.2g
Cholesterol 241.5mg	0%
Sodium 3212.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 271.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 125.1g
Protein 34.6g	0%

Vitamin D 311.1IU	0%
Calcium 378.7mg	0%
Iron 27.6mg	0%
Potassium 729.5mg	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: 33.5%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 59.0%