Blueberry Bran Muffins
Blueberry Bran Muffins are nothing like those heavy bran muffins you’ve had before! They’re light, tender and bursting with blueberries!
I’m feeling that spring is on the horizon. We’ve had about a week and a half of gorgeous weather and the pollen is definitely in the air. I have hay fever, and it’s been flaring up big time already. I love the blossoms on the trees and the green hills, so it’s a small price to pay. Luckily the rain is coming back, so there will be some reprieve for me!
These Blueberry Bran Muffins help me keep that spring-like feeling without the sneezing. I told you that I’ve missed my fresh blueberries when I posted this Blueberry Banana Smoothie and that still holds true. I put the frozen blueberries back in action again for these muffins — they’re such a lifesaver!
A berry big lifesaver. (sorry)
I perfected this blueberry bran muffin recipe months ago before Christmas, but it wasn’t the right time to post them. Nobody is looking for blueberry muffins during the holidays, and I didn’t want them to get lost in the crowd because they’re amazing.
So amazing that my youngest son proclaimed them the best muffins I’ve ever made. That’s a big proclamation right there, because I’ve made a lot of muffins in my time. 🙂
The inspiration for these muffins came from the blueberry bran muffins at La Boulange cafe, which has since closed all of its stores in my area. It’s probably best, because every time I was anywhere near there, those muffins called my name.
And I know they couldn’t be as healthy as the ones I’ve made for you.
I’ve totally got your back.
These muffins give you the best of both worlds — a nice, light healthier muffin that has bran, but not so much that it weighs you down. Bran muffins can be so heavy, but not these guys. They’re just perfect.
The pecans give these a nice, toasty crunch with flavor that compliments the blueberries perfectly. While they’re optional for some, they’re never optional for me…these muffins just aren’t the same without them.
I’m thinking there’s no way these blueberry bran muffins will get lost in the crowd now, since spring is on the horizon! We’ve missed our berries haven’t we?
Here’s to an early taste of spring, and all the sneezing that goes along with it. 🙂
More muffin recipes you’ll love:
- Blueberry lemon muffins
- Chocolate zucchini muffins
- Flourless banana muffins
- Healthy pumpkin muffins
- Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins by Baking a Moment
- Strawberry banana muffins
Blueberry Bran Muffins
Blueberry Bran Muffins are nothing like those heavy bran muffins you've had before! They're light, tender and bursting with blueberries!
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon whole wheat white flour, divided
- 1/2 cup wheat bran (such as Bob's Red Mill)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup canola oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup blueberries (thawed slightly if frozen)
- 1/3 cup pecan pieces
Instructions
- Preaheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a standard muffin pan with paper liners and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the 1 1/4 cup flour, wheat bran, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until combined. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, vigorously whisk the brown sugar, oil, and eggs until frothy, then whisk in the milk and vanilla. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until the flour is almost incorporated. Toss the blueberries with the 1 tablespoon of flour until coated, then fold gently into the batter being careful not to over mix.
- Divide the batter evenly between the (12) muffin cups and sprinkle with the pecan pieces over the tops. Bake on the center rack of the oven for about 15 minutes or until the top of the muffins spring back when pressed gently with your finger. Remove from heat and cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Remove the muffins from the pan and cool completely. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Store muffins in an air tight container at room temperature for 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Muffins are freezer friendly!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 187Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 151mgCarbohydrates: 25gFiber: 2gSugar: 13gProtein: 3g
Nutrition information is mean to be an estimate only. The numbers will vary based on the quantity consumed, brands used and substitutions that are made.
49 Comments on “Blueberry Bran Muffins”
I’m definitely in need of some spring foods! It’s been cold around here, but today is going to be around 45 and tomorrow 60…crazy weather! These bran muffins look so good! I’ve never made this type of muffin before, but I’m loving the blueberries and pecans in here. Sounds like such a great breakfast or snack!
Wow…from 45 degrees to 60? We had 70 degree weather for a few weeks and then got hit with the biggest storm last night — El Nino is back. 🙂 Thanks, Gayle, and I hope you get to try out some bran muffins soon!
I’m super excited for fall too, Marcie, but gahhh my allergies are already flaring up like crazy. So I totally feel your pain! One thing that will always make me forget about my runny nose, burning eyes and puffy face is MUFFINS! LOVE these bran muffins! LOVE LOVE LOVE the blueberry and pecan combo, but I’m seriously swooning over the fact that these are healthier! That means I can eat at least 2 at once, right?! 😉 Cheers, dear!
Oh my allergies are fierce right now and it’s only February…I think we’re gonna be in trouble this year! 🙁 Muffins will help out, though — how can you not get happy with a blueberry muffin? haha Thanks, Cheyanne!
Mmmm These muffins are driving me hungry ♥
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Thanks, Summer!
I have been doing such a bad job at making breakfast lately! Usually I try to make something that we can easily grab in the mornings but I just haven’t had the time lately! I think you’ve inspired me to get back to it! These muffins look incredible!
Since I made these muffins I haven’t made anything for breakfast — it’s been weeks! I’ve been so bad and need to make more. haha Thanks, Annie!
Dear Marcie, finally for the first time yesterday I could almost smell Spring in the air, which immediately lifted my spirits. These muffins would brighten up any day in my book! Hopefully, the end of winter is near! xoxo, Catherine
I hope spring comes early for you too, Catherine! Thank you for the nice comment! 🙂
These muffins look incredible! I love the sweet blueberries and that lovely nuttiness form the pecans 🙂 So delicious and love the health benefits of the bran in here- pinning!
Thank you, Medha, and I appreciate the pin!
I think your son was right when he made that claim. They look amazing! The texture looks so moist…ahh, you’re making me hungry! 🙂
It’s nice that you put some whole grains in there too. I bet he didn’t even know it!
I was just bragging about the sunny weather on Tuesday and then yesterday it started pouring, haha. I don’t mind it though. I hope it keeps up for a while. I love how green it makes everything!
Thank you, Sarah! I was very surprised when my son said that because he’s my more critical one. haha And I’m sure he didn’t know about the whole grains or he’s just simply used to it! 🙂
That rain last night was unbelievable, too! I don’t mind the rain a bit, I will just have to put my flip flops away for a few days. 🙂
These muffins look fantastic Marcie! Love all those pecans. 🙂
Thank you, Christin! I think pecans make everything better, too. 🙂
A berry big lifesaver – that made me chuckle!! I like your humor – probably because I have the same type!! haha Anywho, these muffins sound fantastic! I have definitely been missing berries and cannot wait for their season to really really arrive!
I’m glad you like my humor — somebody’s got to! haha I’m dying for berry season too!
I’m so ready for spring and fresh sweet blueberries and am so glad you are finally posting these muffins 🙂 They look delicious, Marcie – thank goodness for frozen blueberries! Love that they are lightened up too!
Thanks, Kelly!
I can feel spring too! These muffins will certainly help it get here faster.
I’ve never made bran muffins, but I can’t wait to try a batch 🙂
These do make it feel like spring! 🙂 Thank you, Megan!
I often make blueberry muffins but never with pecans, thanks for the idea Marcie!
Sure thing, Thalia! They’re such a great combination! 🙂
Since last few days I have been planning on making poppy seed muffins but never got around to making those! Now I think instead I will make these! These look delicious 🙂
I’ve been wanting to make poppyseed muffins too! Thanks, Ami! 🙂
I love the Blueberry addition in these muffins. Can’t wait to try it 🙂
Thank you, Puja!
I’m definitely ready for Spring 🙂 It’s been so cold around here, but it is supposed to be in the 60s today! I love these muffins, blueberries are my favorite! Pinning to try them this weekend!
Enjoy your warmer weather, Mira, and hopefully you get some blueberry muffins right along with it! Thank you for the pin! 🙂
I am definitely ready for a new season – I am so over this one already.
I love me some blueberry muffins, but even better when they have pecans in them!
I’m definitely ready for spring, too, minus the hay fever. 🙂 Thanks, Dannii!
I want to grab one of these off the screen to enjoy for breakfast! These muffins look so delicious – I can never resist a blueberry muffin and I love that you added pecans.
I wish I could get you one, Rachel! Thanks, and have a nice weekend!
I am so in love with these muffins Marcie, they sound delicious! can’t wait to try!
Thank you, Manali! 🙂
I am in love with the combo. Looks so beautiful, moist and delicious!
Thank you, Kushi!
I prefer the healthier heartier muffins and this looks really nice. It’s definitely one of those things so perfect for weekends and weekdays and not feel too guilty about have a couple.
Poor you, the allergies are bad. Take care. Omyy.. .I am so done sneezing. The little one is struggling and has stayed home because he sneezes so so much even with meds. It’s hard although the weather is gorgeous.
Have a good weekend hun.xx
I’m sorry to hear about your son — I hope he feels better! We’re all sneezing over here. 🙂 Thanks so much, and have a lovely weekend!
Thanks, Kennedy, and have a great weekend!
Wasn’t that warm stretch of weather so nice?! I suppose it’s good that we got a little rain this week, but I do miss the warmer temperatures!
If your son said these muffins are the best he’s ever had then I’ve GOT to try them! I always know a recipe is really good when my kids approve. 🙂
I know we need more rain, but I’m loving this warm weather! 🙂 I definitely feel better about a recipe when the kids approve, too! haha Thanks, Kristine!
Oh my gosh, EVERYTHING is blooming here and my throat has been on fire! It’s so pretty though. Can’t wait for all the fresh produce. But in the meantime, I definitely love using frozen fruit too. These muffins look awesome!!
It’s too bad the most gorgeous time of year makes us suffer! Small price to pay I guess. 🙂 Thanks, Jess!
I love this twist on blueberry muffins! Such a great way to start the morning!
Thanks, Cathy! I could eat these for breakfast every day!
This look so amazing. Thank you so much for this.
I hope you enjoy them!