Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 ½ cups bran cereal (such as Kellogg's® All-Bran®)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 egg, beaten
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup raisins (Optional)
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Smart Cooking Tips
- Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the muffins light and tender.
- Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Step 1
Warm your oven to 375°F (190°C) and get a muffin tin ready by either greasing it or lining it with paper liners. In a small bowl, mix the milk with lemon juice and let it sit for about five minutes until it thickens a bit. Pour in the bran cereal and let it soak for another five minutes so it softens nicely.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and cloves. In another bowl, whisk the brown sugar, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ones and stir gently until just mixed.
Step 3
Now fold the softened bran mixture and raisins into the batter. Spoon the mixture evenly into your prepared muffin cups. Pop them in the oven and bake for 16 to 18 minutes, until they’re golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Let them cool a bit before digging in!
