Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.5 cup

whole wheat flour

0.25 cup

all-purpose flour

2 tbsp

all-purpose flour

2 tbsp

Splenda sugar substitute

0.25 tsp

salt

1 tbsp

baking powder

0.25 tsp

cinnamon

1.5 cup

unprocessed natural bran

1.5 cup

quick-cooking oatmeal

0.75 cup

low-fat buttermilk

1 tbsp

low-fat buttermilk

0.25 cup

apple juice concentrate

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

2 unit

egg whites

1 tbsp

honey

0.5 cup

currants or raisins

0.5 cup

hot water

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Step 2
~5 min

In a large bowl, sift together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, Splenda/Equal, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~5 min

Add bran and oatmeal to the dry ingredients and mix well.

Step 4
~5 min

In a separate bowl, using a mixer, blend buttermilk, apple juice concentrate, egg whites, and honey for about 2 minutes.

Step 5
~5 min

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just moistened.

Step 6
~5 min

Gently mix in raisins and hot (not boiling) water.

Step 7
~5 min

Spoon the batter into muffin tins with cups or lightly sprayed with cooking spray.

Step 8
~5 min

Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add nuts for extra flavor and texture.

Use different types of raisins (golden, dark) for variety.

Let muffins cool completely before storing to prevent sticking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Muffins can be made ahead of time and stored at room temperature or frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (cinnamon, baking)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a glass of milk or juice.

Pair with fresh fruit for a complete breakfast.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Yogurt
Fruit salad
Scrambled eggs

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common breakfast item in American households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Breakfast
Brunch

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Snack

Popularity Score

75/100

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