Pumpkin Raisin Bran Muffins – Tmpj72 B

Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
Moist, spiced pumpkin muffins with chewy raisins and a hearty bran texture
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Pumpkin Raisin Bran Muffins – Tmpj72 B

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 441.2

Description

These Pumpkin Raisin Bran Muffins are a delightful twist on traditional breakfast baking, combining the warm, earthy flavors of pumpkin with aromatic spices like cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg. The addition of crushed bran cereal adds a wholesome, hearty texture that makes each bite satisfying and nutritious. Sweetened subtly with apple sauce and vanilla, these muffins offer a moist crumb without being overly sugary. They are perfect for a cozy autumn morning, a healthy snack, or a diabetic-friendly treat. Easy to prepare with simple pantry staples, they bake up golden and tender, making them an ideal choice for weekend brunches or packing into lunchboxes.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg.
  3. Stir in the crushed bran cereal flakes until evenly distributed.
  4. In a medium bowl, beat the egg (or egg substitute) with apple sauce (or vegetable oil) and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Stir the pumpkin puree into the wet mixture until well combined.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just moistened; do not overmix.
  7. Fold in the raisins and sugar (or sweetener) if using, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  8. Divide the batter evenly among 6 muffin cups that have been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray or lined with paper liners.
  9. Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  10. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 441.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.1g25%
Saturated Fat 2.8g14%
Cholesterol 93.2mg32%
Sodium 344.1mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 67.4g23%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g50%
Sugars 6.4g
Protein 13.4g27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pumpkin, raisin, bran, muffins, whole wheat, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, apple sauce, vegetarian, diabetic friendly, breakfast, snack, baking, healthy, fiber, spiced, moist, homemade
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