Classic Bran Muffins

Recipe View Gather all ingredients to ensure a smooth baking process. (Prep time: ~5 minutes)

Recipe View Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 12-cup muffin tin by greasing each cup generously or lining with paper muffin liners. (Prep time: ~5 minutes)

Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the wheat bran and buttermilk. Allow this mixture to stand and soften for 10 minutes. This step is crucial for achieving a tender muffin. (Wait time: 10 minutes)

Recipe View In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is light and fluffy. This aeration will contribute to a lighter muffin texture. (Prep time: ~5 minutes)

Recipe View Gently fold the sugar mixture into the bran and buttermilk mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (Prep time: ~3 minutes)

Recipe View Sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just blended. Overmixing will result in tough muffins. Gently fold in the raisins. (Prep time: ~5 minutes)

Recipe View Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. (Prep time: ~5 minutes)

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the tops spring back lightly when gently pressed. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean. (Bake time: 15-20 minutes)

Recipe View Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from becoming soggy. (Cool time: ~10 minutes)

Recipe View Enjoy your homemade bran muffins!