Molasses Bran Muffins
Start your day on a hearty and wholesome note with these Molasses Bran Muffins, a nutritious breakfast or snack option packed with fiber and rich, nostalgic flavor. Made with wheat bran, buttermilk, and unsulphured molasses, these muffins boast a moist, tender crumb with natural sweetness and earthy depth. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, the recipe’s simple method ensures success every time, while optional raisins add a chewy, fruity burst. Perfect for meal prep, these healthy muffins stay fresh for days and can be frozen for grab-and-go convenience. Whether served warm with butter or enjoyed plain, these Molasses Bran Muffins are a satisfying way to fuel your day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Wheat bran
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 whole Egg, large
- 1.25 cups Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Unsulphured molasses
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the wheat bran, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, molasses, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter will look slightly lumpy, and that is okay.
If using raisins, fold them into the batter using a spatula or spoon.
Scoop the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 18 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 273 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 383 mg | 8% | |
*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.
