On The Go Bran Muffins Recipe

These make-ahead bran muffins are a game-changer for busy mornings! Prepare a large batch of batter, then freeze portions for quick and delicious breakfasts for weeks. This recipe offers four flavour variations: classic chocolate chip, naturally sweet date, tangy apricot jam, and spiced plum jam. Each flavour boasts unique additions to the batter for maximum flavour. Perfect for meal prepping and guaranteed to become a family favourite!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 112.2 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for On The Go Bran Muffins

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How to Make On The Go Bran Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan/Gas Mark 6). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper cases.
  2. In a large bowl, pour 250ml boiling water over 250g bran. Let stand until cool.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 250ml vegetable oil and 250g caster sugar. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
  4. Gradually whisk in 500ml buttermilk.
  5. Add the cooled bran mixture to the wet ingredients. Gently fold in 500g self-raising flour and 2 tsp baking soda.
  6. Divide the batter into four separate bowls.
  7. **Chocolate Chip:** Add 100g chocolate chips and 2 tbsp cocoa powder to one bowl.
  8. **Date:** Add 200g chopped dates to another bowl.
  9. **Apricot Jam:** Add 200g apricot jam and 50g ground almonds to a third bowl.
  10. **Plum Jam:** Add 200g plum jam, 50g ground hazelnuts, and 1 tsp mixed spice to the final bowl.
  11. Fill muffin cases about ¾ full. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. Let cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  13. Store unfrosted muffins in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 6 weeks. Thaw overnight in the fridge before enjoying.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

2g

Carbs

6g

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