This is the bran muffin recipe that actually tastes good! The secret is to use coconut oil. Not only does it make these bran muffins healthier, it also brings the most delicious flavor.
Fiber! Fiber! Get your fiber! These muffins are full of fiber, but even better they are full of flavor. The doctor handed us a recipe for bran muffins many years ago, pregnant with our first child. We like bran cereal okay enough, and those muffins tasted okay, but they were definitely not the best. Over the years, we took that recipe and tweaked it here and there until it evolved into this! This recipe is a bran muffin that actually tastes good! The key is the coconut oil. It provides a subtle coconut flavor to the muffins that gives it a new and improved taste. Who knew bran muffins could be so delicious?
Bran Cereal Options for The Best Bran Muffins Ever:
There are three main kinds of bran: wheat bran, rice bran and oat bran. We recommend wheat bran strands (whole bran) for this recipe to ensure optimal flavor and texture. In a pinch and only have flakes? Food allergies or Celiac? Give oat or rice bran a try, but always try to stick with whole bran where possible.Â
What if I don’t have buttermilk?
Pro tip: You can actually make a buttermilk substitute at home with just milk and white vinegar. Add 1 Tablespoon vinegar (or lemon juice) to 1 cup of milk and let sit for 10 minutes. That’s it. It seriously doesn’t get any easier than this. Whatever milk you have on hand will do, even almond milk if you are dairy free.Â
What can I use instead of coconut oil?
We highly recommend using coconut oil for the added pack of flavor it gives. However, melted butter or vegetable oil can be used when necessary.Â
Storage Instructions:
Store your muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 days.
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I have only recently started trying to cook and bake but these muffins are so easy and come out perfect everytime. I make this so often that i know the recipe off, thank you for sharing
I love these bran muffins! I always double the recipe and add mashed bananas and dark chocolate chips. My kids and their friends love them!
You have the absolute best bran muffin recipe on earth! They are so good that I even got my husband hooked on them, which is a miracle! You are correct about the coconut oil, what a huge difference it makes to the texture and the flavor. I like to add raisins and a few diced dates to mine. Super delicious. I think I will add about 1/2 cup of prepared mincemeat in the next batch, for a taste of the holidays.
Thank you so much for the fantastic recipe, a real keeper!!!
Kathy
I used all bran buds and these are delicious
These were in fact the best bran muffins I have ever had. I added chopped up dates to the batter and that made them even more moist. Will not use any other recipe.
This is such a yummy recipe! After making it multiple times, I keep decreasing the sugar down to 1/2 cup and adding in dried cranberries. So flexible and easy to customize per your tastes!
Found this recipe here a couple years ago. Tried it – loved it. Perfect as it is, but easy to add or modify ingredients to suit your preference. I make it about once per month.
I couldn’t find All Bran ANYWHERE so I had to substitute Fiber One. Otherwise, I followed the recipe ingredients exactly, just mixed the dry ingredients together first before combining them with the wet. The second part of baking (350) took 8 minutes. Result: delicious, lightly sweet, decently moist bran muffins! Will definitely make these again!!!
You’re right coconut oil and buttermilk makes a great muffin. I also put in a rounded cup of soaked raisins and a little cinnamon in flour mixture. Now these muffins are super great!!!
Texture is good, but a little too much of a coconut oil taste and mouth feel. I think I’ll look for a less oily recipe.