Barefoot Contessa'S Chunky Banana Bran Muffins

Name: Barefoot Contessa'S Chunky Banana Bran Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup unprocessed wheat bran; 1 cup buttermilk (shaken); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1/4 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed; 2 extra-large eggs, at room temperature; 6 tablespoons unsulphured molasses; 1 teaspoon grated orange zest; 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 cup raisins; 1 cup large-diced banana; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

1 cup unprocessed wheat bran
1 cup buttermilk (shaken)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
2 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
6 tablespoons unsulphured molasses
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup raisins
1 cup large-diced banana
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Place paper liners into 1 (10 or 12-cup) muffin tin.
3
Combine the bran and buttermilk and set aside.
4
Cream the butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment for about 5 minutes, until light and fluffy.
5
With the mixer on low, add the eggs, 1 at a time.
6
Scrape the bowl and then add the molasses, orange zest, and vanilla. (The mixture will look curdled.)
7
Add the bran/buttermilk mixture and combine.
8
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
9
With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the flour mixture to the batter just until combined.
10
Don't overmix it!
11
Fold in the raisins, bananas and walnuts with a rubber spatula.
12
With an ice cream scoop or large spoon, fill the muffin cups to the top and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until a cake tester comes out clean.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup unprocessed wheat bran, 1 cup buttermilk (shaken), 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, 1/4 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed, and more.

Yes, Barefoot Contessa'S Chunky Banana Bran Muffins falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!