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Sweet and Light Bran Muffin Recipe

A heart-healthy, low cholesterol/no cholesterol classic bran muffin recipe packed with fiber and taste. Sweet, moist, and light bran muffin.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 12 muffins

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups oat bran
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 egg whites only
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup applesauce

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Grease muffin tin.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix the dry ingredients: oat bran, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the egg whites, applesauce, milk, and vegetable oil.
  • Mix by hand the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until it's just moistened.
  • Spoon the muffin mix into the greased muffin tin. Fill each compartment 2/3 full.
  • Bake for 15 minutes. Cool 5 minutes, then use a knife to loosen each muffin. Remove and let cool completely on a plate or wire rack.

Notes

You can freeze any extra muffins in a zipped freezer bag for up to 3 months.
You can also add more spices such as ground cloves, ginger, or allspice as desired to increase the flavor and spiciness.