Cranberry Bliss Bran Muffins
Elevate your morning routine with these delicious Cranberry Bliss Bran Muffins, featuring a delightful blend of wholesome ingredients and tangy cranberry sauce. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, these muffins are moist, flavorful, and packed with nutrition. The combination of all-bran cereal, whole wheat flour, and fresh cranberry creates a delightful balance of fiber and taste, making them not just a treat for your taste buds, but also a hearty choice for a healthy lifestyle. Share them with friends and family for a nutri-tasting experience that everyone will love!
12
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-bran cereal
2 cups (none)
Skim milk
1 1/4 cups (none)
Egg substitute
1/4 cup (none)
Canola oil
2 tablespoons (none)
Whole wheat flour
3/4 cup (none)
All-purpose flour
1/2 cup (none)
Splenda granular (sugar substitute)
1/2 cup (none)
Baking powder
1 tablespoon (none)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Whole berry cranberry sauce
1 cup (none)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-bran cereal and skim milk. Let the mixture stand for about 5 minutes to soften the cereal.
2
In a separate bowl, mix together the egg substitute, canola oil, whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, Splenda, baking powder, and salt until well blended.
3
Gently stir the dry ingredients into the cereal mixture until just moistened. Be careful not to overmix. Finally, fold in the whole berry cranberry sauce until evenly distributed.
4
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Coat muffin cups with nonstick cooking spray or line them with muffin liners. Fill each cup about two-thirds full with the batter.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
6
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cranberry Bliss Bran Muffins?
They are moist, flavorful muffins featuring a blend of all-bran cereal, whole wheat flour, and whole berry cranberry sauce.
How many muffins does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 12 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The muffins should be baked in an oven preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How long do these muffins need to bake?
Bake them for 15 to 20 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What type of cereal is used in the batter?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of all-bran cereal.
How long should the cereal soak in milk?
Let the cereal and skim milk mixture stand for about 5 minutes to soften the cereal.
What kind of sweetener is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of Splenda granular as a sugar substitute.
What type of milk is required?
The recipe specifies 1 1/4 cups of skim milk.
Is there an egg substitute in this recipe?
Yes, use 1/4 cup of egg substitute.
What type of oil is used for the fat content?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of canola oil.
What types of flour are needed?
You will need 3/4 cup of whole wheat flour and 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour.
How much baking powder is used?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of baking powder.
Is salt included in the ingredients?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
What kind of cranberry product is used?
The recipe uses 1 cup of whole berry cranberry sauce.
How should I prepare the muffin cups?
Coat them with nonstick cooking spray or line them with muffin liners.
How full should I fill the muffin cups with batter?
Fill each cup about two-thirds full.
How long should the muffins cool in the pan?
Allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before moving them.
Where should the muffins finish cooling?
Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, they are packed with nutrition and fiber, and the tags list them as healthy and low-sugar.
Are these muffins high in fiber?
Yes, the combination of all-bran cereal and whole wheat flour provides a hearty amount of fiber.
What is the food category for this recipe?
It is categorized under Quick Breads.
Can I overmix the batter?
No, you should gently stir the dry ingredients into the cereal mixture until just moistened to avoid overmixing.
When should I add the cranberry sauce?
Fold in the whole berry cranberry sauce as the final step before baking.
Is this recipe suitable for breakfast?
Yes, it is designed to elevate your morning routine and is perfect for breakfast.
Can these muffins be eaten as a snack?
Absolutely, they are noted as being a great snack choice.
Is this recipe low in sugar?
Yes, it uses a sugar substitute and is tagged as low-sugar.
What is the texture of these muffins?
They are described as being moist and hearty.
What tools are needed for mixing?
You will need a large mixing bowl for the cereal and a separate bowl for the other ingredients.
Is this recipe whole grain?
Yes, it uses whole wheat flour and bran cereal, making it a whole grain option.
Can I share these with family?
Yes, the description suggests sharing them for a nutri-tasting experience everyone will love.