Make these fiber-rich honey bran muffins using buttermilk for extra moisture. They are perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast on the go and freeze well.
Author:Ahazzam
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:18 min
Total Time:28 min
Yield:12 muffins
Category:Breakfast
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup wheat bran
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup honey
1 large egg
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, wheat bran, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk the honey, egg, buttermilk, and vegetable oil until combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
Fold in the raisins, if you are using them.
Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra tenderness, you can substitute plain yogurt for the buttermilk, using the same amount.
These muffins freeze well. Cool completely, then place them in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months. Thaw overnight on the counter or microwave briefly.
If you prefer a less sweet muffin, reduce the honey to 1/3 cup.