Bakery Style Bran Muffins Recipe

Craving that perfect bakery bran muffin? This recipe, adapted from Cook's Illustrated, delivers the ultimate crusty top and irresistible flavor you've been searching for! Forget those disappointing refrigerator recipes – this one uses the perfect ratio of white and wheat flours and bran, along with molasses and dark brown sugar for a rich, deep taste. A little extra effort yields unbelievably delicious results. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 520.5 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 4.1 (17 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bakery Style Bran Muffins

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How to Make Bakery Style Bran Muffins

  1. Adjust oven rack to the lower middle position and preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (1-2 minutes).
  3. Add 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar; increase speed to medium-high and beat until combined and fluffy (about 1 minute).
  4. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 cup molasses, and 1/2 cup sour cream until smooth and creamy (about 1 minute).
  6. Reduce mixer speed to low. Add 1 cup buttermilk and 1 1/2 cups of the flour mixture (see ingredients) and beat until just combined (about 1 minute).
  7. Add the remaining flour mixture and beat until incorporated and slightly curdled (about 1 minute), scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  8. Gently stir in 1 cup wheat bran and 1/2 cup raisins.
  9. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
  10. Fill each muffin cup evenly using an ice cream scoop or spoon.
  11. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs attached.
  12. Let cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  13. Makes 12 standard muffins or 6 jumbo muffins.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

181g

Fat

53g

Carbs

28g

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