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Ultra Moist Honey Bran Muffins: The Ultimate Freezer-Friendly Meal Prep Recipe

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Stop settling for dry muffins! Bake a batch of these incredibly moist bran muffins. Packed with high fiber and naturally sweetened with honey, these are the ultimate grab-and-go solution for busy mornings. They are simple to make and freezer-friendly, making them perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup wheat bran
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the wheat bran, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk these dry ingredients together.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the honey, applesauce, egg, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  5. Fold in the raisins, if you are using them.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups. Fill each cup about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For the best moisture, let the batter rest for 10 minutes before baking so the bran can absorb the liquid.
  • These muffins freeze well. Cool them completely, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight on the counter or microwave briefly.
  • If you do not have buttermilk, mix 1 cup of regular milk with 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.

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