Carrot Bran Muffins

By RobinPD

Enjoy these tasty, nutrient-packed Carrot Bran Muffins along with a glass of milk and some fruit for an easy, fast breakfast.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (375 mL)
• 1 1/2 cup bran cereal (All-Bran or 100% Bran)
• 1 cup raisins (250 mL)
• 1 cup grated carrots (250 mL)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar (125 mL)
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon (15 mL)
• 1 teaspoon each baking powder and baking soda (5 mL)
• 1 3/4 cup buttermilk (430 mL)
• 1/4 cup canola oil (60 mL)
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• Grated rind of 1 lemon or orange

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 °F (200 °C). Lightly spray muffin pan.

In large bowl, combine flour, cereal, raisins, carrots, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder and baking soda. In separate bowl, stir together soured milk or buttermilk, oil, egg and lemon rind; pour over dry ingredients and stir just until moistened.

Spoon into prepared pan. Bake for about 20 minutes or until tops are firm to the touch.