Whole Wheat Mini Muffins with Apple Cider and Bran

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Step 1

Lightly heat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and give two 24-cup mini muffin pans a good spray with cooking spray. Next, pop the bran cereal into a food processor and pulse until it turns into a fine, flour-like texture. Pour that into a big bowl, then add the flour, chopped apple, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and salt. Give everything a good toss to mix it all together.

Step 2

In another bowl, whisk together the apple cider, applesauce, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently stir just until combined—it might look a bit runny at first. Let it sit for a minute or two; the baking soda and cider will work their magic and thicken the batter as it rests.

Step 3

Spoon a little batter into each muffin cup, filling them about halfway. Slide the pans into the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the muffin tops spring back when you press them lightly. Once they’re done, let the muffins cool a bit before digging in.