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Raisin bran muffins resting on a decorative white plate with a black floral pattern.

Easy Raisin Bran Muffins Recipe

5 from 2 votes
A moist, bakery-style raisin bran muffins recipe that’s packed with plump raisins, warm cinnamon, and a touch of honey for a naturally sweet, tender bite. These homemade muffins stay fresh for days and make the perfect breakfast or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Bake Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
Cuisine: American, Homestyle Baking
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups Wheat bran Essential for texture and flavor
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Keeps muffins moist
  • ½ cup Brown sugar Adds warmth and sweetness
  • 1 cup Raisins Soak in warm water for 10 min
  • 2 Large Eggs Room temperature
  • ⅓ cup Vegetable oil Neutral flavor
  • 1 ½ cups All-purpose flour Can swap for whole wheat
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Helps with rise
  • ½ teaspoon Baking soda Activates with buttermilk
  • ½ teaspoon Fine salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Warm spice
  • ½ teaspoon Nutmeg Optional but flavorful
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds depth
  • 1 tablespoon Molasses Enhances color & taste
  • 1 teaspoon Orange zest Fresh citrus note
  • 2 tablespoon Honey Adds moisture & sweetness

Equipment

  • 1 Medium mixing bowl For soaking the bran
  • 1 Measuring cups/spoons Ensure precise measurements
  • 1 Whisk To mix wet ingredients smoothly
  • 1 Rubber spatula For folding the batter gently
  • 1 Muffin tin (12-count) Standard size
  • 12 Muffin liners Use yellow or white for a classic look
  • 1 Toothpick To check doneness

Method
 

Prep Work
  1. Soak raisins in warm water for 10 minutes to plump them.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix wheat bran and buttermilk; let stand for 12 minutes to absorb moisture.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.
Mix Wet & Dry Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, oil, vanilla, molasses, and orange zest until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Combine Batter
  1. Gently fold bran mixture into wet ingredients, then gradually add the dry ingredients.
  2. Drain raisins and fold them in last.
Fill & Bake
  1. Divide batter evenly, filling each cup ¾ full.
  2. Tap pan lightly to settle batter. Let sit for 5 minutes before baking.
  3. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Cool & Serve
  1. Let muffins cool 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a cooling rack.
  2. For extra flavor, drizzle a few drops of honey on top while warm.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.