Most of you know I have been doing my “on the run” category as I try to find healthy breakfasts and lunches for my busy days. The “on the run” category needs to be healthy and keep my blood sugar stable to I can keep the energy level and not be sleepy during the day. I do not like to hit Starbucks to pick up a sugary scone or muffin in the morning that have lots of calories and gives me a huge sugar spike and then makes me tired two hours later in search for some extra caffeine.
I am a big breakfast person so one yogurt for me will not solve it. My breakfast during the working week needs be easy, healthy, low in sugar, and filling.
One of the things that work for me are good solid breakfast muffins. The muffins that I have created here are great. These muffins do not need any oil since they get that from the flaxseed meal and the apples. Also these muffins can be done without any sugar; you get the sweetness from the apples, carrots and raisins. But if you need more add some honey. And the best part is that these muffins are very moist.
Not everyone carries flaxseed meal in their pantry but if you have flaxseeds you can grind them and that works well too, I have done that a few times and I do not notice a difference. I also use golden raisins since i like them better.
Apple and Carrot Bran Muffins
Adapted from Bob Red Mill
Yields: 12 muffins | Prep Time: 20 minutes | Bake Time: 20 minutes
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
3/4 cup brown flaxseeds meal
3/4 cup all bran cereal
3 tbsp honey (optional)
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 cups finely shredded carrots
2 peeled and shredded apples
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup milk
2 beaten eggs
1 tsp vanillaTurn oven to 350 degrees.
Mix together flour, flaxseed meal, oat bran, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon in a large bowl. Stir in carrots, apples, raisins and nuts. Combine milk, beaten eggs, vanilla and honey (optional). Pour liquid ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir until ingredients are moistened. DO NOT OVER MIX. Fill muffin cups full. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
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Janell Beals says
March 24, 2011 at 4:55 amPerfect! I’d like one right now with my coffee! They look delicious and healthy ‘food to go’ is just what I need to know how to prepare. Janell
Maria @ Scandifoodie says
March 24, 2011 at 10:38 pmThis sounds like such a delicious mixture of ingredients! I’d love to have these at any time of the day!
Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen says
March 24, 2011 at 11:22 pmFantastic recipe! I like that you don’t need to use oil or sugar here, and that’s got all kinds of healthy ingredients. This is a great idea for a fast breakfast. Do they keep well in the freezer? I was thinking I could make a big batch on a Sunday and then take one out as needed during the week.
Delishhh replied: — March 25th, 2011 @ 7:46 am
Sylvie – I have not tried to freeze them but i would guess it does freeze well. I make a batch on the weekend and keep them in the refrigerator all week and they are just fine. We usually finish the 12 muffins within 7 days. As long as i keep them in the refrigerator they are good. If i have time i even microwave them for 15 seconds :). i really like this base recipe and have been trying to figure out what other fruits i can play with but not come up with anything good yet, if you do let me know.
Noren says
March 25, 2011 at 7:22 amThis looks like a great recipe! But is there anything I can use to substitute for the brown flaxseeds meal? Thanks!
Delishhh replied: — March 25th, 2011 @ 7:59 am
Noren – do you have flaxseeds? If so you can just grind them. The reason they are there is so you don’t have to use oil. I would imagine that you can substitute it with oil. I haven’t tried that nor have i tried omitting them. But if you do one of those i would love to hear how they turn out.
Lindsay @ Pinch of Yum says
March 25, 2011 at 9:12 amI am home sick today, and I am so happy that I have both carrots and apples on hand! This will brighten up my sick day. 🙂
Big boys Oven says
March 25, 2011 at 9:14 amawesoem delicious!:)
Elena says
March 25, 2011 at 2:49 pmThank you! I am always searching for recipes for my mom. She has to eat naturally, organic and home-made because my mom is fighting thyroid cancer.
Christina @ Sweet Pea's Kitchen says
March 25, 2011 at 3:56 pmThese muffins look incredible! I love the apple and carrot combo! Yum! 🙂
Jessica says
March 25, 2011 at 8:02 pmYummy! These look so healthy but also delicious! I am sure they keep you full until lunch! They are on my list of what to make soon! Love your blog!
Elizabeth says
March 26, 2011 at 5:22 pmThese look great! Been meaning to make a healthy carrot cake muffin, can’t wait to give this recipe a try.
Megan says
March 26, 2011 at 6:58 pmIt looks like a healthy little carrot cake. Perfect with a cup of java!
Barbara @moderncomfortfood says
March 27, 2011 at 6:52 amIt’s so easy to go hog wild with muffins — in terms of sugar, refined flour, and fat — and essentially turn them into dessert. I love the way you’ve keep the focus squarely on deliciously healthy ingredients that will give us a good start to the day. Must try!
Clarkie @ Beloved Green says
March 27, 2011 at 9:58 amThis looks like the perfect addition to a healthy breakfast. A great way to start off the day.
Elle says
March 28, 2011 at 8:27 amOh, look at all of those great carrots in there! These couldn’t be simpler-and they look fantastic!
The English Organizer says
March 29, 2011 at 2:52 pmYou had me at ‘on the run’, but I’m super-impressed at how healthy the recipe is, too.
deeba says
April 7, 2011 at 8:31 amIn one word…delish!!
Sonia says
April 8, 2011 at 6:09 amI’m a huge fan of muffins but refrain from eating them because they are often loaded with fat and sugar. Plus, more often than not, what people call muffins are actually cupcakes in disguise…
This, however, is just my kind of muffin, the real thing! Your recipe looks absolutely fabulous, and best of all, contains no artificial sugar or added fat. I love!!!
I will definitely give them a try sometime soon. Do you think they could be made into a cake? I’ve been having this major craving for carrot cake lately… worth giving it a try, I guess!
Kate says
April 24, 2011 at 10:16 amI tried these out! They are wonderful!!!!! I can’t believe they’re so good and still so healthy! Now I have something to eat with coffee while my skinny boyfriend chows down on cheesecake!
Megan says
June 6, 2011 at 1:41 pmJust tried these and they are delicious! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Deborah says
September 23, 2011 at 7:39 amWe are big muffin eaters, and I know we’d love these! What a great breakfast!
Natasha says
March 4, 2012 at 11:29 amAre you referring the Kellog’s All Bran cereal? If so, I’d like to avoid the extra sugar and preversatives, is there a good substitute or alternative?
Deirdre says
March 6, 2013 at 7:19 amThese were FABULOUS- thanks for a virtually sugar free recipe!
ruccalove says
April 19, 2013 at 11:27 amThese are great! I added some grated zuchinni and it was great! love this healthy recipe!
Sarah says
February 24, 2015 at 9:50 amThese are the best muffins ever!! I have made the so many times!
nollywood says
October 7, 2016 at 2:26 pmOh, look at all of those great carrots in there! These couldn’t be simpler-and they look fantastic!