Maple-Glazed Cranberry Pecan Bran Muffins
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Maple-Glazed Cranberry Pecan Bran Muffins
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These Maple-Glazed Cranberry Pecan Bran Muffins are not only healthy and filling, they're SO delicious, you'll find yourself making them again and again! And it doesn't hurt that they come together quickly with one bowl and no mixer needed!
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Ingredients
For the muffins:
- 1 cup water
- ⅔ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup mild-flavored oil sunflower grapeseed, canola, corn, vegetable, or avocado oils will all work
- ½ cup brown sugar packed (I use dark brown sugar but light brown will also work.)
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup molasses I use light, unsulphured molasses which is the type you commonly find at most grocery stores.
- 1½ cups buttermilk I use whole milk buttermilk but low fat will also work.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cup wheat bran
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup Chopped Pecans divided
For the maple butter glaze:
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon butter I use salted butter
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Instructions
For the muffins:
- Heat the water in the microwave for 2 minutes until very hot. Add the dried cranberries and allow them to sit in the hot water while you mix up the batter.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 12-cup muffin pan generously with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside. Set a cooling rack on a work surface with a piece of parchment paper or foil underneath (for easy cleanup).
- Whisk together oil, sugar and eggs in a large bowl until well blended. Add molasses, buttermilk and vanilla. Stir to combine.
- Sprinkle the baking powder baking soda and salt over the top and whisk until nice and smooth.
- Add the bran and both flours, Stir just until all of the flour mixture is incorporated (do not over-mix).
- Drain the dried cranberries and press on them with the back of a spoon to remove any excess water. Add the cranberries and ½ cup of the chopped pecans to the batter and stir to combine.
- Spoon batter into prepared muffin tins, filling almost to the top. Sprinkle the remain ¼ cup of pecans over the tops of the muffin. Bake for 12-15 minutes until firm to touch and a tester comes out clean.
- Allow to sit in muffin tin for 5 minutes, then remove them from the pan to the cool rack.
For the maple-butter glaze:
- Combine the butter and maple syrup in a small microwave-safe bowl or measuring cup. Cook on high power for 45-60 seconds or until the butter is melted. Stir well to combine. Brush mixture over the top surface of warm muffins. (If desired, double the glaze and brush it on the tops and sides of the muffins.
- Allow the muffins to cool and the glaze to dry. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- See Café Tips above in the post for more detailed instructions and tips to ensure success..
- If you prefer to use Metric measurements there is a button in each of our recipes, right above the word “Instructions”. Just click that button to toggle to grams, milliliters, etc. If you ever come across one of our recipes that doesn't have the Metric conversion (some of the older recipes may not), feel free to leave a comment and I will add it.
- This recipe makes 12 large muffins. You can also fill the cups ¾ full and make 16 muffins or make 12 muffins and a small loaf of bread.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
334kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
42g
(14%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
11g
Trans Fat
0.04g
Cholesterol
52mg
(17%)
Sodium
252mg
(11%)
Potassium
400mg
(11%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
22g
(44%)
Vitamin A
152IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
0.1mg
(0%)
Calcium
98mg
(10%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 334 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 334kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 52mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 252mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 400mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 22g | 44% |
| Vitamin A | 152IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 98mg | 10% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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