Pumpkin Bran Muffins

Start your morning on a wholesome note with these delicious Pumpkin Bran Muffins, a healthy and flavorful twist on classic bran muffins. Packed with the natural sweetness of pumpkin puree, the warm spices of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, and the hearty goodness of whole wheat flour and bran cereal, these muffins are as nutritious as they are satisfying. Their tender texture is perfectly complemented by optional mix-ins like raisins or chopped nuts, adding bursts of flavor and crunch. Whether you’re prepping for a quick breakfast, a midday snack, or a lunchbox treat, these high-fiber muffins are easy to make and ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish. Plus, they’re perfect for fall baking or any time you crave a cozy, spiced treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Bran cereal
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1 cup Pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 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 Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the bran cereal and boiling water. Stir to moisten and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.

Step 3

After the bran cereal has softened, add the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well until fully combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.

Step 6

If using raisins or chopped nuts, gently fold them into the batter.

Step 7

Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1084.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2502.9

Total Fat 102.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 37.9g
Cholesterol 224.4mg	0%
Sodium 3516.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 367.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.0g	0%
Total Sugars 144.2g
Protein 50.1g	0%

Vitamin D 203.8IU	0%
Calcium 337.3mg	0%
Iron 37.7mg	0%
Potassium 2159.1mg	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: 35.6%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 56.6%