Pear Bran Muffins

Submitted by janem123

"This recipe was given to me by my mother-in-law. The muffins are delicious."

 

• Ready In: 28mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 1 1⁄4 cups 100% all-bran cereal
• 1 (16 ounce) can bartlett pears in light syrup, drained and diced
• 1⁄2 cup skim milk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 2 1⁄2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1⁄4 cup canola oil or 1/4 cup applesauce
• 1 slightly beaten eggs or 1/4 cup egg substitute

directions

1. Combine bran cereal, pears, and skim milk. Let stand for 5 minutes.
2. Mix together flour, sugar, and baking powder.
3. Add oil or applesauce and egg or egg substitue to the pear mixture.
4. Stir in dry ingredients just until moistened.
5. Fill greased muffin tins 3/4 full. May sprinkle with mixture of cinnamon and sugar before baking.
6. Bake at 400 degrees 18 to 20 minutes.

Reviews

[MechanicalJen]

Very tender, moist bran muffin! I had concerns that using the applesauce would affect texture. I added a generous amount of cinnamon to the batter. I think this would also work well with cardamom. Could easily sub out the pear for peaches, apricots -whatever! Very versatile recipe. Thakns!

 

[Outta Here]

These were very moist inside and somewhat crusty on the outside. I didn't have canned pears, but used a couple of ripe fresh pears, diced. I didn't put the cinnamon topping on, but added 1/2 teas. cinnamon and 1/4 teas. cardamom to the batter. I used egg and oil, but will try again with applesauce. Thanks for this keeper.

 

[GaylaJ]

Very good muffins! I make bran muffins often, but had never thought to add pears. Since my son loves pears, I had to try this one. I made as directed, using canola oil and a large egg. I think the addition of cinnamon and sugar on the tops is a must--the cinnamon adds a nice element of flavor, and the extra sweetness of the sugar doesn't hurt at all. :) Thanks for sharing the recipe!