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Light Blueberry Bran Muffins

Light Blueberry Bran Muffins balance hearty wheat bran with juicy blueberries for a tender crumb and gentle sweetness, helped by applesauce instead of excess fat. Each bite blends nutty grain notes with pops of fresh fruit, perfect for a weekday breakfast or a wholesome snack. Serve warm to highlight their soft texture and bakery-style aroma.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves12
  • DifficultyEasy
Light Blueberry Bran Muffins
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Grease the muffin cups or line them with paper muffin liners.

  3. 3

    Mix the wheat bran and milk, then let it sit for 10 minutes.

  4. 4

    In a large bowl, combine the applesauce, egg, brown sugar, and vanilla.

  5. 5

    Beat in the bran mixture.

  6. 6

    Sift together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

  7. 7

    Stir this into the bran mixture until just combined.

  8. 8

    Fold in the blueberries.

  9. 9

    Scoop the batter into the muffin cups.

  10. 10

    Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the tops spring back when lightly tapped.