Bran Muffins with Applesauce

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup applesauce
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup wheat bran
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 egg

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together applesauce, flour, wheat bran, baking soda, baking powder, salt and sugar. In a separate bowl, mix together oil and egg.
3. Stir the oil and egg mixture into the flour mixture until just blended. Do not overmix.
4. Fill muffin cups two-thirds full and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
5. Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from muffin tin.

Interesting Facts

• Bran muffins are a great way to get fiber into your diet.
• Applesauce is a great substitute for oil or butter in baking recipes.
• Bran muffins are a healthier alternative to sugary bakery muffins.