Herb-Bran Muffins
Herb-Bran Muffins offer a wholesome, flavorful snack with a delightful crunch, infused with herbs and toasted sesame seeds. Perfect for breakfast or a quick snack, they suit those seeking a nutritious, savory treat that pairs well with butter or jam. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite herbs.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour ⓘ
- 1/4 cup whole wheat flour ⓘ
- 1 tablespoon baking powder ⓘ
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar ⓘ
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seed ⓘ
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard ⓘ
- 1/2 teaspoon herb of your choice (e.g., sage, dill weed, oregano, sweet basil, parsley, marjoram, summer savory, rosemary, coriander, or cardamom) ⓘ
- 1 cup 100% bran cereal
- 1 cup skim milk ⓘ
- 1 egg ⓘ
Instructions
- Stir together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, toasted sesame seed, dry mustard, and herb of your choice.
- Set aside the dry ingredients.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the bran cereal and skim milk.
- Let stand for 2 minutes.
- Add the egg and butter or margarine, blending well.
- Add the flour mixture, stirring only until combined.
- Coat a 12-muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray or line with muffin cups.
- Fill each muffin cup two-thirds full with the muffin batter.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
751
kcal
38% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).