Spicy Orange Bran Muffins

Start your morning with a burst of zesty flavor and wholesome goodness with these Spicy Orange Bran Muffins! Packed with fiber-rich bran cereal and the bright notes of fresh orange juice and zest, these muffins are elevated by warming spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. A touch of whole wheat flour adds hearty texture, while optional dried cranberries or raisins bring a subtle sweetness to each bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, these moist and aromatic muffins are perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack on the go. Plus, they freeze beautifully, making them a convenient make-ahead option for busy weeks.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Bran cereal
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries or raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the bran cereal, buttermilk, and orange juice. Stir well and let sit for 5 minutes to soften.

Step 3

While the bran mixture is soaking, in a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 4

Add the orange zest, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the bran mixture and stir until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the muffins dense.

Step 6

If using dried cranberries or raisins, fold them gently into the batter.

Step 7

Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 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 pan 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 for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(946.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2332.0

Total Fat 73.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 36.5g
Cholesterol 246.4mg	0%
Sodium 2510.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 388.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.4g	0%
Total Sugars 190.2g
Protein 43.8g	0%

Vitamin D 330.6IU	0%
Calcium 500.2mg	0%
Iron 31.8mg	0%
Potassium 1324.4mg	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: 27.6%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 65.0%