Mom's Bran Muffins

Start your mornings on a wholesome note with Mom's Bran Muffins, a classic recipe that perfectly balances nutrition and flavor. Packed with the goodness of wheat bran and buttermilk, these tender, moist muffins are lightly sweetened with brown sugar and feature a hint of vanilla for a cozy homemade taste. With optional raisins for a touch of natural sweetness, these muffins are perfect for busy breakfasts or an afternoon snack. Ready in just 35 minutes and easy to prepare, they’re ideal for meal prep and can be stored for up to three days. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or saved for later, these hearty bran muffins are a satisfying treat that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Wheat bran
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 2 cups Buttermilk
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, pour the boiling water over the wheat bran and let it sit for 5 minutes, allowing the bran to soften.

Step 3

Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to the softened bran mixture. Whisk everything together until well combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until no dry streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

If using raisins, fold them into the batter at this stage.

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 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1690.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3772.8

Total Fat 139.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 70.8g
Cholesterol 425.7mg	0%
Sodium 4444.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 609.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.9g	0%
Total Sugars 268.1g
Protein 83.1g	0%

Vitamin D 335.8IU	0%
Calcium 974.6mg	0%
Iron 32.8mg	0%
Potassium 4016.2mg	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: 31.1%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 60.6%