Double Apple Bran Muffins Cooking Light
Start your day on a wholesome note with these Double Apple Bran Muffins, a delightful recipe from Cooking Light that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. Packed with fiber-rich wheat bran and whole wheat flour, these moist muffins get their natural sweetness from a combination of unsweetened applesauce and freshly grated apple, creating a double burst of fruity goodness. A touch of warm cinnamon enhances the flavors, while optional chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a light, airy texture, these muffins are an ideal breakfast or on-the-go snack. Plus, they’re easy to make and pair beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea, making them a bakery-style treat you can enjoy guilt-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Wheat bran
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup Grated fresh apple (peeled)
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 0.75 cup Buttermilk
- 1 piece Large egg, lightly beaten
- 0.25 cup Canola oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners, or lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the wheat bran, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the applesauce, grated fresh apple, brown sugar, buttermilk, egg, canola oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients, then pour the wet mixture into the well. Fold the wet and dry ingredients together gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in dense muffins.
If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts for a hint of crunch and nutty flavor.
Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a healthy treat on the go!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2246 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.7 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 205 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 2588 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 310.9 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 61.3 g | 219% | |
| Total Sugars | 146.6 g | ||
| Protein | 52.0 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 501 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 2483 mg | 53% | |
*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.
