Make-Ahead Bran Muffins Recipe

Name: Make-Ahead Bran Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-bran cereal; 1 cup all-bran bran buds; 1 cup boiling water; 1 ½ cups sugar; ½ cup vegetable oil; 2 eggs; 2 cups buttermilk; 2 ½ cups flour; 2 ½ teaspoons baking soda; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 ½ cups raisins

Servings: persons

1
Pour boiling water over All-Bran and Bran Buds.
2
Cool.
3
Whisk together flour, soda and salt.
4
Set aside.
5
Cream sugar and oil together.
6
Add eggs and beat well.
7
Mix in buttermilk.
8
Stir in the flour mixture.
9
Add bran mixture and raisins, stirring until incorporated.
10
Place in covered bowl and refrigerate for up to 6 - 8 weeks.
11
To bake: Preheat oven to 400 deg.
12
Spoon mixture into greased or lined muffin tin.
13
Do not stir down.
14
Bake for 15 minutes.

2244

kcal

Calories

188

Fat

134

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all-bran cereal, 1 cup all-bran bran buds, 1 cup boiling water, 1 ½ cups sugar, and more.

Yes, Make-Ahead 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!

Make-Ahead Bran Muffins

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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