Hearty Banana Cranberry Oat Bran Muffins
Indulge in these delightful Hearty Banana Cranberry Oat Bran Muffins, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or a wholesome snack. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and tart cranberries, these muffins are rich in fiber thanks to oat bran, making them a heart-healthy choice. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, they’re sure to be loved by family and friends alike. Make a batch today and enjoy a tasty treat that’s both satisfying and guilt-free!
12
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups (measured)
oat bran
1 cup (measured)
Splenda sugar substitute
2/3 cup (measured)
baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons (measured)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (measured)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
egg
1 large (beaten)
ripe bananas
1 3/4 cups (mashed (about 5-6 bananas))
applesauce
1/3 cup (measured)
cranberries
1 cup (fresh or dried)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin pan by greasing it lightly or lining it with muffin cups.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, oat bran, Splenda sugar substitute, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
3
In a separate bowl, beat together the egg, mashed ripe bananas, and applesauce until you have a smooth mixture.
4
Pour the banana mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined—do not overmix.
5
Fold in the cranberries carefully until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin pan, filling each cup almost to the top for a nice rise.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the tops spring back when lightly pressed and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Hearty Banana Cranberry Oat Bran Muffins?
They are a nutritious breakfast or wholesome snack made with ripe bananas, tart cranberries, and fiber-rich oat bran.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 12 muffins.
What is the baking temperature for these muffins?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
How much all-purpose flour is required?
The recipe requires 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much oat bran is needed?
You will need 1 cup of oat bran for this recipe.
What sweetener is used in these muffins?
This recipe uses 2/3 cup of Splenda sugar substitute.
How many bananas should I use?
You need 1 3/4 cups of mashed ripe bananas, which is approximately 5 to 6 bananas.
Can I use fresh or dried cranberries?
Yes, you can use 1 cup of either fresh or dried cranberries.
What role does applesauce play in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of applesauce as a moistening agent and ingredient.
Is there an egg in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1 large egg, beaten.
How much baking powder is needed?
Use 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder.
How much baking soda is required?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
How much salt should I add?
Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the dry mixture.
How do I prepare the muffin pan?
Prepare the pan by greasing it lightly or lining it with muffin cups.
What is the first step for mixing ingredients?
Combine the all-purpose flour, oat bran, Splenda, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
How should the wet ingredients be combined?
In a separate bowl, beat the egg, mashed bananas, and applesauce until smooth.
Should I overmix the batter?
No, gently stir the wet and dry ingredients until just combined without overmixing.
When should the cranberries be added?
Fold in the cranberries carefully after the batter is mixed but before scooping into the pan.
How full should the muffin cups be?
Fill each cup almost to the top to ensure a nice rise.
How long do the muffins bake?
Bake them for 20 to 25 minutes.
How do I test if the muffins are done?
The muffins are done when the tops spring back when pressed or a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
What is the cooling process?
Cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Are these muffins high in fiber?
Yes, they are rich in fiber specifically due to the inclusion of oat bran.
Is this a heart-healthy recipe?
Yes, the recipe is described as a heart-healthy choice.
What kind of bananas work best?
Ripe bananas are best because they provide natural sweetness and are easy to mash.
How many total ingredients are there?
There are 10 ingredients required for this recipe.
What are some of the tags for this recipe?
Tags include banana, cranberry, oat bran, healthy snacks, and fiber-rich.
Can I eat these for breakfast?
Yes, they are described as perfect for a nutritious breakfast.
Is this a quick bread recipe?
Yes, one of the identifying tags for this recipe is quick bread.
Are these muffins suitable for family and friends?
Yes, the recipe is easy to prepare and designed to be loved by family and friends alike.