Bob’s Red Mill Oat Bran Muffins Recipe

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup all-purpose white flour
• 3/4 cup oat bran
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 banana, mashed (1/3 cup mashed)
• 4 ounces activia cherry yogurt
• 1 medium egg
• 1/3 cup 1% low-fat milk
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 cup shredded carrot
• 1/2 cup chopped dates
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease muffin tins.
2. In a large bowl, mix together 3/4 cup whole wheat flour, 1/4 cup all-purpose white flour, 3/4 cup oat bran, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda until well combined.
3. In another bowl, mash 1 banana (you’ll need about 1/3 cup), then add 4 ounces of activia cherry yogurt, 1 medium egg, 1/3 cup 1% low-fat milk, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Stir until smooth.
4. Combine the liquid ingredients with the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just moistened. Be careful not to overmix; it’s okay if there are a few lumps.
5. Fold in 1/2 cup shredded carrot, 1/2 cup chopped dates, and 1/2 cup chopped pecans, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tins, filling each cup about 2/3 full to allow for rising.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly before enjoying.