Low-Fat Blueberry Bran Muffins

Originally submitted by Hilary Lyons and modified by Kaboose.com

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When you're watching your waistline, reach for one of these healthy, low-fat muffins that are high on taste but low on calories. But grab one quick! They're just as delicious as regular muffins and will be gone before they have a chance to cool.

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups wheat bran
  • 1 cup nonfat milk
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 egg
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup blueberries

Cooking Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease muffin cups or use paper muffin liners. Mix together wheat bran and milk, and let stand for 10 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together applesauce, egg, brown sugar, and vanilla. Beat in bran mixture. Sift together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Stir into bran mixture until just blended. Fold in blueberries. Scoop into muffin cups.
  3. Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tops spring back when lightly tapped.

Nutrition Facts


Servings per Recipe: 12
Amount Per Serving
  • calories: 123cal
  • total fat: 1g
  • cholesterol: 18mg
  • sodium: 244mg
  • carbohydrates: 28.1g
  • fiber: 4.3g
  • protein: 3.7g
Preparation Time:  15 min.
Cooking Time: 20 min.
Ready In: 35 min.
Servings: 12

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