Ingredients
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- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 2 cups bran flakes
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup milk (or plant-based alternative)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or applesauce)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup dried fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, bran flakes, baking powder, baking soda, and brown sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, eggs, vegetable oil, and honey until well blended.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- If desired, fold in the dried fruit.
- Spoon the batter into the lined muffin tins, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool slightly before enjoying.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in nuts or chocolate chips.
- To enhance nutrition without sacrificing taste, swap regular flour for almond flour or use yogurt in place of some oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg