Healthy Apple Bran Muffins Recipe

Start your day the healthy way with these quick and easy apple bran muffins! This recipe, adapted from a family favorite, uses chunky applesauce for a moist and delicious texture, cutting down on prep time. Perfect for busy mornings, these muffins are packed with wholesome goodness and ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Calories 162.5 kcal

Protein 6g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Healthy Apple Bran Muffins

Flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Cinnamon
Nutmeg
Apple
Milk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 large egg
Raisin Bran Cereal

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How to Make Healthy Apple Bran Muffins

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup bran cereal, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Add 1 cup chunky applesauce, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fill the greased muffin cups about 2/3 full.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

43g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Healthy Apple Bran Muffins?

Healthy Apple Bran Muffins takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Healthy Apple Bran Muffins?

Healthy Apple Bran Muffins has approximately 162.5 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Healthy Apple Bran Muffins?

The key ingredients for Healthy Apple Bran Muffins are Flour, Brown Sugar, Baking Powder, Salt, Cinnamon, Nutmeg. See the full list with measurements above.