Apple Bran Muffins

Submitted by DebLiz

"These are a great filling treat. Low in calories and fat, so don't worry about reaching for a second!"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Yields: 12 muffins
• Serves: 10-12

ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups wheat bran
• 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1⁄4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 egg (or 2 egg whites)
• 1⁄2 apple (chopped)
• 6 tablespoons powdered soy protein concentrate (or protein powder of your choice)
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon nutmeg

directions

1. Mix wheat bran and buttermilk. Set aside.
2. Mix flour, brown sugar, baking soda, protein powder and spices in a separate bowl.
3. Add buttermilk mixture to bowl of dry ingredients. Stir in egg. Add chopped apples and distribute evenly throughout mixture.
4. Line muffin pan with paper cups or grease pan. Spoon mixture into cups, about 3/4 full.
5. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
6. Let cool and enjoy!