Country Bran Muffins

24 muffins SERVINGS

Made with buttermilk, succulent raisins, and whole wheat flour, these muffins taste delightfully tangy and hearty.

Ingredients

750 ml or 3 cups All-Bran Original* cereal
125 ml or 1/2 cup vegetable oil
250 ml or 1 cup raisins
250 ml or 1 cup boiling water
550 ml or 2 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
250 ml or 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
12 ml or 2 1/2 tsp baking soda
2 ml or 1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
500 ml or 2 cup buttermilk**

Directions

1. In large bowl, mix cereal, oil and raisins. Stir in boiling water. Set aside to cool slightly.

2. Combine flour, sugar, soda and salt. Set aside.

3. Lightly beat eggs and mix with buttermilk. Add to cereal mixture; blend well.

4. Add flour mixture, stirring just until combined. Cover and let stand at least 15 minutes, preferably 1 hour before baking. Do not stir. Spoon batter into greased 6 cm (2 1/2") muffin pan cups, filling about 3/4 full. Bake at 200°C (400°F) 18 - 20 minutes or until firm to the touch.

**Note: 25 ml (2 tbsp) vinegar or lemon juice plus milk made up to 500 ml (2 cups) may be used instead of buttermilk.

In keeping with good allergy practices, we remind you to be aware of allergens and to check labels on any packaged goods used. This recipe has been tested using Kellogg's* products. Results with other products may vary.