Chunky Cran Apple Bran Muffins
This Chunky Cran Apple Bran Muffins recipe is built around (180 g) natural wheat bran, and it comes together in about 25 minutes from start to finish. Most of the time is hands-off while the oven does its thing, which makes it an easy one to fit around other dishes. Below you will find the full ingredient list, the method, and a few tips we think make the difference.
- Cook 25 min
- Total 25 min
- Serves 8
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- ¾ cup (180 g) natural wheat bran
- ¾ cup (180 g) milk
- 1 0.5 cup (360 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¾ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Baking soda
- ?
- ¾ cup (180 g) brown sugar
- ?
- 1 Egg
- 1 0.5 cup (360 g) chopped, peeled apples
- ½ cup (120 g) dried cranberries
Method
- Combine bran and milk into a mixing bowl. Let rest for 5 minutes.
- Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, baking soda and nutmeg in another mixing bowl.
- Stir brown sugar, cooking oil, and egg into the bran mixture. Stir in dried ingredients, apples and cranberries.
- Spoon batter into greased muffin cups.
- Fill muffin cups ¾ full. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tester comes out clean.
Tips for the best Chunky Cran Apple Bran Muffins
- Preheat the oven fully before anything goes in — a cold start changes the texture.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 13 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
Variations
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
- Swap the egg for silken tofu — keep the cooking time similar and check for doneness.
Serving ideas
Dust with icing sugar just before serving and pair with coffee or tea.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Chunky Cran Apple Bran Muffins take to make?
About 25 minutes in total — roughly under an hour of preparation and 25 minutes of cooking.
Is this Chunky Cran Apple Bran Muffins recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 13 ingredients and 5 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
How many people does this Chunky Cran Apple Bran Muffins recipe serve?
As written it serves 8. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 8×2.
Can I make Chunky Cran Apple Bran Muffins ahead of time?
Yes. It actually improves after a few hours, so make it earlier in the day and reheat gently before serving.
What can I substitute for (180 g) natural wheat bran?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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