Bran Muffins

Ok, now don't panic, these are very yummy. These are not those huge, dry, heavy, bland bran muffins you see at whole foods stores. These are moist and delicious, and great way to sneak some fiber in your diet! My picky husband loves these and if he likes them, anyone will! If you need to, give them a new name like Magic Million Dollar Muffins or Super Hero doughnuts. Whatever works. Let us know if you liked them and if you came up with a fancy new name to appeal to your family!

Bran Muffins

2 1/2 Cups Bran Flakes Cereal
1 1/4 Cup Milk
1 1/4 Cup Flour
3 tsp Baking Powder
1/2 tsp Salt
1/2 Cup Sugar
1 Egg
1/3 Cup Oil



Combine the bran flakes with the milk and let it sit for abut 20 minutes so it can get nice and mooshy. I mix it with a fork after about 10 minutes to help break up the bran. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350, combine your dry ingredients, and spray your muffin tin with Pam. Add the egg and oil to the bran/milk mixture and then add the dry ingredients. Mix with whisk or fork. Fill each muffin cup about half full then bake for 20 to 25 minutes.

My family likes these best with honey and butter, and I love them with jam. Try whatever strikes your fancy!

*Low cal version. You can swap the oil for 1/3 C applesauce which ends up saving like 400 calories. They taste exactly the same, but the texture is altered slightly. My kids didn't notice, and my picky husband simply said they seemed "bouncy". It makes them a bit more chewy. So if you are entering a baking contest, stick to the oil, but otherwise the applesauce is a nice way to save a few calories.

Trust me, would I share a recipe that wasn't any good? Have a Bran-tastic breakfast!