Not Gordon's Healthy Bran Muffins

Start your day on a wholesome note with "Not Gordon's Healthy Bran Muffins," a light yet satisfying treat packed with nutritious goodness. These easy-to-make muffins feature a hearty blend of wheat bran and all-purpose flour, naturally sweetened with honey and unsweetened applesauce, making them a guilt-free indulgence. The gentle warmth of ground cinnamon adds a cozy aromatic touch, while optional raisins and chopped walnuts provide delightful bursts of flavor and texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, these muffins are not only perfect for breakfast but also make a convenient snack on-the-go. Whether you enjoy them warm straight out of the oven or freeze them for meal prep, these healthy bran muffins are a versatile and flavorful addition to your routine. Keywords: healthy bran muffins, easy breakfast muffins, low-sugar muffins, whole grain baked goods.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Wheat bran
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 0.75 cup Milk (dairy or plant-based)
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, combine the applesauce, honey, milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet mixture into it. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix as this may result in dense muffins.

Step 5

If you're adding raisins or chopped walnuts, fold them into the batter at this point.

Step 6

Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, evenly distribute the batter into the prepared muffin tins, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Enjoy these muffins warm, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They also freeze well for longer storage!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(810.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1463.1

Total Fat 15.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 211.0mg	0%
Sodium 1471.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 329.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.5g	0%
Total Sugars 176.0g
Protein 37.2g	0%

Vitamin D 123.0IU	0%
Calcium 405.6mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 2032.8mg	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: 8.4%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 82.3%