Gluten Free Bran Muffins – A Nostalgic Treat with a Healthy Twist
If you’re on a gluten-free journey but miss the classic taste of bran muffins, you’re in for a treat! These gluten-free bran muffins are crafted with gluten-free oat bran and 1:1 gluten-free flour, ensuring they deliver the nostalgic flavor you remember, without the gluten.
The Perfect Blend of Ingredients
These gluten free bran muffins are a healthier take on the traditional recipe. By incorporating applesauce and pureed raisins, I’ve managed to replace some of the sugar and fat, resulting in a moist, sweet muffin that’s not only delicious but also better for you. The applesauce adds a subtle natural sweetness and moisture, while the pureed raisins provide an additional depth of flavor and natural sugars.
Why You’ll Love These Muffins
- Nostalgic Flavor: These muffins taste just like the bran muffins you remember from your pre-gluten-free days. The use of gluten-free oat bran and flour blend ensures that the texture and taste are spot-on.
- Healthier Ingredients: By substituting part of the sugar and fat with applesauce and pureed raisins, these muffins are lower in calories and fat, making them a guilt-free treat.
- Perfect Sweetness: The natural sweetness from the applesauce and raisins means these muffins are perfectly sweet without being overpowering.
Gluten-Free Bran Muffins
Ingredients
- 140 g raisins
- 250 g unsweetened applesauce
- 100 g eggs approximately 2 large eggs
- 56 g neutral oil I like avocado
- 30 g molasses
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 175 g gluten free oat bran
- 175 g 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
- 100 g maple sugar coconut sugar, or dark brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare Raisins
- Pour 1 cup of hot water over the raisins and let them sit for 15 minutes to plump. Strain the water out. Divide into two equal portions.
- In a food processor or blender, combine the applesauce, sugar, molasses, oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and half of the drained raisins. Blend until well combined. Alternatively, you can use a large bowl with an immersion (stick) blender.
- Add the oat bran and the remaining raisins to the blended mixture. Mix well and let the batter rest for 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and fold in by hand until completely mixed.
- Evenly divide the batter between 12 paper-lined muffin cups. Let the filled muffin tin rest while the oven preheats, for 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake the muffins in the preheated oven until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 15 to 18 minutes.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your gluten-free bran muffins as a healthy breakfast or snack. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 207mgPotassium: 333mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 51IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 2mg
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Delicious and healthy
These taste just like the wheat bran muffins you knew and loved! So good.
I was so excited for the recipe I have missed bran muffins so much since going gluten free. I make these regularly and freeze the extras.
Easy recipe to follow. I made the most delicious muffins and everyone enjoyed(could not tell they were gluten free)
These are delicious! They are moist and so flavorful. I added apples and cinnamon. A definite must try!
Just made these yesterday. They are delish and so satisfying. Not too sweet and has classic bran muffin taste. A nice chew, moist and not crumbly. Thanks!
Love these.
Oh so delicious! Just like what I remembered pre-GF. Will be making them often!
hello,
was wondering if there was the same recipe with measurements without grams. using cups and measuring spoons
Amazing taste and texture!
These muffins are fantastic. Soft, moist and delicious. I make these often and they don’t last long, and it’s just me & hubby!!