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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast » Simple All Bran Muffins Made in One Bowl

    Simple All Bran Muffins Made in One Bowl

    Published: Nov 4, 2019 · Modified: May 20, 2020 by Marni Katz · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Did you eat All-Bran muffins growing up?  My mom totally tricked us into thinking we were getting a treat because she threw a few chocolate chips into this otherwise super healthy breakfast (or anytime really) muffin.  Little did I know that many, many years later I would not only be tricking my own kids, but I would be making these often and absolutely enjoying them!

    This recipe (like so many of my baked goods), comes together in one bowl and in less than 10 minutes.  For me, these simple bakes make me want to keep at it. All-Bran muffins end up in my morning breakfast rotation fairly often and lately are sharing top billing with the carrot-zucchini oatmeal muffin my kids love.

    all bran muffins in a muffin tin

    These muffins are hearty without being heavy, and one with a cup of tea or coffee in the morning is a great start to any day.  I’m also a big fan of them mid-afternoon when I need a pick me up to get me to dinner. All Bran muffins feel like a treat (especially with a chocolate chip or two inside) and fill me up so I’m not snacking my way to dinner.

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    Do I have to use All Bran cereal in these muffins?

    I think you do.  While, I don’t often tell you that you need to go out and buy a specific item for a recipe, this is one of those times that substitutions aren’t super easy.  There is something about the shape and density of this cereal that lends itself to this muffin. It absorbs the liquid quickly, gets appropriately mushy making the texture of  the muffin near perfect. You can buy it at most major grocery stores, or here (from Target).

    all bran cereal and muffins in a tin with nuts and dried fruit scattered underneath

    Why is fiber important?

    Fiber is an important part of a healthy diet and provides all sorts of good benefits for your body.  Most of us associate a diet high in fiber as a diet that promotes “movement in the digestive system”.  While this is certainly true, and the insoluable fiber in All-Bran certainly has this benefit, fiber is also important for other reasons.  Fiber can reduce spikes in blood sugar helping to prevent diabetes and other disease. It can also help promote maintainance of a healthy weight, by filling your body up with and naturally reducing calorie intake. (all info on fiber from the MayoClinic.)

    Now, I’m no doctor, but what I’ve learned is:, eat lots of fiber, eat less food, poop more and regularly and feel good overall.  And drink lots of water, cuz that’s always a good idea 🙂

    Let’s talk about add-ins for these All Bran breakfast muffins

    Add away.  These muffins are great for customizing to the taste of you and your family.  We are a big fan of the chocolate chip in our house, so that’s a must. Mini chocolate chips would be great in these, but any chip will do.  Whatever you add in, think about ½ cup to ¾ cup, no more. More isn’t more in this particular recipe.

    Here is a list of other mix-ins that will also work well:

    • Chopped nuts (almonds, pecan, walnuts)
    • Craisins
    • Dried fruit
    • Raisins
    • Carob chips
    muffin mix-ins, chocolate chips, walnuts and craisins

    Tips and Tricks:

    • Don’t overmix this batter.  It’s going to be thick and not feel like everything is incorporated, but it is.  You don’t want a tough muffin and overmixing leads to tough muffins.
    • You can use any type of milk (almond, soy, oat) to make this recipe easily non-dairy.  I’ve made it with skim milk, whole milk, almond and soy successfully.
    • These freeze beautifully.  Store in airtight container up to three months.  To thaw, either let sit on the counter for 20-30 minutes or pop in microwave for about 15 seconds.

    Looking for other great muffin recipes? Check these out!

    • apple cinnamon oatmeal breakfast muffin
    • lemon poppy seed muffin
    • carrot zucchini muffin
    four all bran muffins in a muffin tin

    All Bran Muffins - even better than you remember

    Marni Katz
    healthy breakfast or snack muffin made with all bran.
    4.23 from 45 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course muffins
    Cuisine breakfast
    Servings 12 muffins
    Calories 181 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups all bran cereal
    • 1 ¾ cup milk
    • 2 eggs
    • ¼ cup vegetable oil
    • 1 ¼ cup flour
    • ½ cup brown sugar
    • 1 tablespoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    •  

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. 
    • Spray a muffin tin with baking spray and set aside
    • In a mixing bowl, combine cereal and milk and let stand a few minutes to absorb
    • Add the eggs and vegetable oil to cereal mixture and stir to combine
    • To the wet mixture, add the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt, stir together a bit with a fork and then using a spoon, mix into the wet ingredients just until combined. Do not overmix!
    • Bake 18-22 minutes
    • Let cool in muffin tin for about 5 minutes, before moving to a cooling rack
    •  

    Notes

    Batter will be thick, that’s okay!
    No need to use muffin liners, I find that these stick to the paper too much.  I like making them just in the muffin tin as is.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 189mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 278IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 153mgIron: 3mg
    Keyword bran muffins recipe, healthy muffins, whole grain muffins
    Tried this recipe?Let me know what you think!

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    About Marni Katz

    Marni Katz is the recipe developer, photographer and writer behind Simple Gray T-Shirt. She wants to help people keep things simple in the kitchen. With simple recipes, easy menu ideas and plenty of tips and tricks along the way, she wants getting a meal on the table to be as simple as putting on your favorite gray tee!
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    Comments

    1. Chris

      February 02, 2022 at 1:43 pm

      5 stars
      These are very good. Made exactly as recipe stated, with the addition of blueberries. Nice flavour and texture. Will definitely make again.

      Reply
    2. PATRICIA

      November 30, 2021 at 9:38 am

      4 stars
      I added 2 small chopped apples, ,1/2 cup raisins, about 1 tsp. Vanilla and 2 tsp. Cinnamom
      Yum

      Reply
    3. Hope Wilson

      November 11, 2021 at 12:07 am

      5 stars
      I loved the recipe. I did, however, add cinnamon and vanilla. They came out great!

      Reply
    4. Mary E

      November 01, 2021 at 12:33 am

      I could only find “all bran flakes” or “all bran buds” today at the store, not just “all bran”. Will the buds require a longer soak in the milk before adding other ingredients?

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        November 17, 2021 at 1:28 pm

        Mary - I haven't tried this recipe with the buds. The flakes should work with a little extra soak time.

        Reply
    5. Lyn

      October 06, 2021 at 4:29 pm

      How about coconut oil ?
      Will that work?

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        February 16, 2022 at 10:14 am

        Should work just fine!

        Reply
    6. Beth

      August 03, 2021 at 11:23 am

      5 stars
      Delicious and enjoyed by the adults and kids alike!

      Reply
    7. Anne

      July 09, 2021 at 11:01 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for the terrific recipe. I had a recipe for refrigerator bran muffins that made way more than my empty nest household can consume. These muffins were delish!

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        July 22, 2021 at 11:08 am

        I'm so glad you loved them!

        Reply
    8. Eli

      June 04, 2021 at 1:18 pm

      Have you made this recipe in a mini muffin pan for when you don't want a whole muffin?

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        June 16, 2021 at 4:59 pm

        No I haven't, but it should work. I would definitely change the cook time and watch that they don't overbake!

        Reply
    9. Ann

      April 25, 2021 at 12:31 pm

      A classic! My mom always added a little topping of cinnamon sugar and oats when she made this, so I do too!

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        April 29, 2021 at 1:34 pm

        Yum!

        Reply
    10. Anita

      April 11, 2021 at 6:58 am

      Can I add bananas

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        April 14, 2021 at 11:45 am

        I haven't ever added bananas. You could try, but the texture may change and you'll likely need to adjust the bake time.

        Reply
    11. Brenda

      March 16, 2021 at 5:03 pm

      Could you use a different kind of flour? Whole wheat or almond, maybe?

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        March 17, 2021 at 7:00 pm

        I've definitely substituted with part whole wheat flour before. I've not tried almond flour and since their is no gluten, I'm not sure how it would work. if you try and it works, please let me know!

        Reply
    12. Karen

      February 21, 2021 at 11:56 am

      Will make these later today. Have you ever tried adding a couple of heaping spoonfuls of applesauce?

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        February 22, 2021 at 9:07 pm

        I haven't, but it sounds delicious. You may need to bake a few extra minutes because of the added moisture from the applesauce. Good luck!

        Reply
    13. dwallx

      January 24, 2021 at 5:18 pm

      5 stars
      Excellent recipes! I have recently tried it replacing the fiber one cereal with blueberry cherrios and they were delicious. Thats my new thing now, when I use up a box of cereal I try a different one. Unbelievable how great this recipe is my family thinks they are store bought muffins and they come out perfectly everytime! Thank you 🙂

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        February 15, 2021 at 9:52 am

        I'm so glad these work for you with some new cereals! So fun! Keep enjoying 🙂

        Reply
    14. CJ

      January 21, 2021 at 8:08 pm

      Hello, and thanks for sharing the recipe.
      I'm wondering if you've ever tried a bit of molasses and/or honey as a sub for the sugar, or just use less sugar?

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        February 15, 2021 at 9:53 am

        I've not ever subbed for molasses or sugar, but you can use a little less sugar with out a problem! Enjoy!

        Reply
    15. Kim

      January 09, 2021 at 10:30 pm

      5 stars
      I have always made these. I fill the baking cups half full, then add a half teaspoon of jam and finish filling with batter. Really delicious.

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        January 13, 2021 at 11:00 am

        Kim - That's a great idea! Thanks so much for sharing 🙂

        Reply
    16. DN Thomas

      January 06, 2021 at 1:31 pm

      5 stars
      I've been eating AllBran muffins since a kid. I'm 70 now! I live full time in an RV. I have a high-end, large, toaster broiler oven that holds a 9x13 pan. I'd like to do this recipe in a cake pan rather than muffins. What are your ideas about that in terms of temp and time? Thanks.

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        January 08, 2021 at 11:05 am

        Hi! While I've not tried making these in a 9x13, I would stick with the same temperature and check it around the 20 minute mark. You'll want to make sure it's cooked through the middle without overcooking the edges. I'd err on the side of less done so they don't dry out :).

        Reply
    17. Rena Sivills

      December 15, 2020 at 1:42 pm

      Just tried these muffins, they are awesome. Love how quick they come together. And they are delicious.

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        December 16, 2020 at 9:20 am

        Rena, I'm so glad you loved them. They are a favorite here too!

        Reply
    18. Susan

      December 04, 2020 at 8:13 am

      5 stars
      I will make these again. I used whole wheat flour, apricots and raisins.

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        December 16, 2020 at 9:20 am

        Susan, I'm so glad that you'll be making these again and I love the idea of apricots and raisins together!

        Reply
    19. Lynne from Canada

      November 02, 2020 at 11:10 am

      5 stars
      Tried these today and they are really good.I used soft wheat flour along with dried cranberries and walnuts and will try them again.

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        November 05, 2020 at 10:40 am

        Lynne, I'm so glad you liked these...they are one of my favorite muffins!

        Reply
    20. Debra

      September 15, 2020 at 1:47 pm

      5 stars
      Made these today and they are delicious! Love the one bowl mixing and your tips were spot on. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Marni Katz

        September 16, 2020 at 1:39 pm

        I'm so glad you liked them and found the tips helpful! They are one of my favorites ☺.

        Reply

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