Cranberry Bran Muffins

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cranberry Bran Muffins.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 400°F (200°C).

2. Step 2

   While that warms up, take a moment to prepare your muffin tin—either grease it well or line it with cheerful paper liners to make clean-up a breeze.

3. Step 3

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the hearty wheat bran with the rich dark brown sugar, creating a sweet and nutty base for your muffins.

4. Step 4

   Next, pour whole milk into a microwave-safe measuring cup and heat it in the microwave until it’s just about boiling—this should take around a minute.

5. Step 5

   Once it’s hot, pour the milk over the bran mixture and use an electric mixer to blend everything together until it’s smooth and well combined.

6. Step 6

   Let this mixture sit for about five minutes; this allows the milk to soak into the bran, making your muffins extra moist.

7. Step 7

   Meanwhile, in a separate small bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking powder, salt, and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for a warm, inviting flavor.

8. Step 8

   Now, return to your bran mixture and add in the grapeseed oil, eggs, molasses, and the bright zest of an orange.

9. Step 9

   Beat this mixture until it’s silky smooth.

10. Step 10

    Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined—be careful not to overmix! Finally, gently fold in fresh cranberries with a spatula, adding a burst of tartness to each bite.

11. Step 11

    Now it’s time to share the love: divide the batter evenly among your prepared muffin cups, filling them about two-thirds full.

12. Step 12

    Pop them into your preheated oven and bake for around 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

13. Step 13

    As they bake, your kitchen will fill with the delightful aroma of freshly made muffins, making it hard to wait! Enjoy your delicious creations warm, and savor the joy of homemade goodness.