Healthy Oat Bran Muffins

These Healthy Oat Bran Muffins are easy, fluffy, and too good to pass up!

There’s nothing like a pan of freshly baked muffins to start the day. Whether it’s a batch of healthy zucchini muffins with applesauce or some indulgent muffins loaded with chocolate chips, muffins are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or honestly, any time! They’re a delightful, easy snack that’s hard to resist for young and old.

But here’s a little confession: I absolutely love bran muffins. I know, they might sound a bit like a “health food” throwback (much like prune juice), but hear me out. Bran muffins have this amazing texture. They’re slightly chewy, with wholesome flecks of goodness that make each bite more satisfying than the last. Rustic, hearty, and totally addictive. I’m so excited to share these healthy oat bran muffins with you! You’ll love their tender, moist crumb and how they’re deliciously balanced with just the right touch of sweetness to curb your cravings. Plus, they’re dairy-free and made with wholesome ingredients, a better choice than the typical refined options often found in other muffins.

Are These Oat Bran Muffins Healthy?

Yes! Oat bran is an excellent source of soluble fiber, which not only keeps you satisfied but has also been linked to improved blood sugar levels and helps to naturally reduce cholesterol. They can easily be made vegan with flax “eggs.” In a small bowl, mix two tablespoons of flax meal with six tablespoons of water. Leave this for ten minutes until it becomes gelatinous, and use instead of the eggs.

Oat bran Vs. Oatmeal: What’s The Difference?

While oat bran and oatmeal both come from oats, they’re processed differently but offer similar nutritional benefits. Oatmeal includes the entire grain, or the whole oat groat, while oat bran is the outer layer of the oat groat, which is removed during processing. Oat bran is slightly higher in soluble fiber and protein than oatmeal, but both have similar amounts of fat and carbs. Oat bran, however, has fewer calories. Both are healthy choices, but bear in mind that oat bran should be used differently than oatmeal, as it has a shorter cooking time and tends to absorb a lot of liquid. Therefore, in baking recipes, it should never replace oatmeal 1:1 and should be adjusted accordingly.

Serving Suggestions

Why not serve these muffins as part of a healthy and relaxed weekend brunch? In that case, I would include an Easy And Creamy Quinoa Casserole, a stack of wholesome Blueberry Waffles and some Shirred Eggs.

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