How to Make Low-Fat Blueberry Bran Muffins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Blueberry bran muffins are a delicious and healthy treat that make for a great breakfast or snack. Not only are they packed with fiber and nutrients, but they also feature the sweet and tangy flavor of fresh blueberries. However, many traditional muffin recipes can be high in fat and calories, making them less than ideal for those trying to maintain a healthy diet.

That's why we've developed a low-fat blueberry bran muffin recipe that cuts down on the fat and calories without sacrific...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups wheat bran
  • 1 cup nonfat milk
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 egg
  • ⅔ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup blueberries

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 muffins

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease muffin cups or use paper muffin liners. Mix together wheat bran and milk, and let stand for 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, mix together applesauce, egg, brown sugar, and vanilla. Beat in bran mixture. Sift together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Stir into bran mixture until just blended. Fold in blueberries. Scoop into muffin cups.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tops spring back when lightly tapped.
  • Nutrition

    123 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 16mg
    • Sodium: 250mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 63mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 183mg