Wholesome Raisin Bran Muffins
Wholesome, moist, and naturally sweet raisin bran muffins made with real raisin bran cereal. Perfect for meal prep, busy mornings, or a fiber-rich grab-and-go breakfast.
Print Pin Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 190kcal
Cost: $5 – $7
Equipment
- 1 12-cup muffin tin
- 2 Large mixing bowls
- 1 Wire cooling rack
- 1 Ice cream scoop For even portioning
Ingredients
- 2 cups raisin bran cereal Use your favorite brand
- 1 cup buttermilk Room temperature
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar Light or dark
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 large egg Room temperature
- ¼ cup vegetable oil Or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup raisins Optional, for extra sweetness
- ¼ cup wheat bran Optional, for added fiber
Instructions
- Preheat oven.
- Soak cereal in buttermilk for 5 minutes.
- Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- Combine wet ingredients in another bowl.
- Fold wet and dry mixtures together until just combined.
- Add raisins and wheat bran if using, and stir gently.
- Use an ice cream scoop to fill muffin cups evenly.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes.
- Transfer muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Brush muffin tops with melted butter, if desired.
Notes
These muffins keep well for several days and can also be frozen. Perfect for busy mornings!
Nutrition
Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2.5mg