Oatmeal Raisin Bran Muffins
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Oatmeal Raisin Bran Muffins
Description
Oatmeal Raisin Bran Muffins incorporate milk, plain Greek yogurt, and vegetable oil combined with raisin bran cereal to form a base batter that softens during a brief waiting period. Sugars and eggs are added to balance sweetness and structure. Flour, rolled oats, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon are folded in to provide texture and leavening. The inclusion of dried cranberries and apples adds bursts of sweetness and chewiness.
The batter is divided into greased muffin tins and optionally topped with chopped pecans and raw sugar to add crunch and subtle sweetness on top after baking. These muffins come out with a tender crumb and a mild cinnamon-spiced flavor mixed with the fruity dried ingredients and cereal texture.
This recipe suits morning meals or light snacks, bringing together cereal and dried fruit components in muffin form. The use of Greek yogurt and milk imparts moistness and enriches the batter.
The muffins should be cooled a few minutes after baking before removal from the tin. Milk types can vary from skim to whole, and yogurt fat content can be adjusted, affecting texture slightly. Dried fruits like raisins can substitute cranberries. Mixing by hand is recommended to avoid overmixing which can toughen muffins.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt plain, nonfat
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 cups raisin bran cereal
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 egg large
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour properly measured
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup dried apples in small pieces
- 1/4 cup pecans optional, or walnuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons raw sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 F. Grease 2 12-cup muffin tins.
- In a large bowl, stir together milk, yogurt, and oil.
- Stir in cereal, and let stand for 5-10 minutes to soften.
- Stir in sugars until combined.
- Add eggs, and stir until incorporated.
- Add flour, oats, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon; stir until just combined.
- Stir in dried cranberries and apples.
- Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups.
- If using, sprinkle nuts and sugar evenly over muffin batter.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until muffins spring back when lightly touched.
- Cool in pan for 5-10 minutes before removing.
Notes
- Use any milk from skim to whole according to your preference; Greek yogurt fat content can also be varied.
- Substitute dried cranberries with raisins or other dried chopped fruits.
- Crunchy dried apples, like apple chips, work well when chopped into small pieces.
- Mix the batter by hand gently to prevent overmixing and maintain tender texture.
- Nutrition values provided are estimates and may vary based on specific ingredients used.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24muffins
Amount Per Serving
Calories 187 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1muffin | |
| Calories | 187kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 247mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 123mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 160IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.5mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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