Whole Wheat Bran Muffin
Whole Wheat Bran Muffins are a hearty, wholesome baked good made primarily with whole wheat flour and wheat bran, often sweetened with honey or brown sugar and moistened with oil or butter. They are a staple in American home baking and breakfast cafes, valued for their rustic texture and nutritional benefits.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This muffin is a high-fiber, complex carbohydrate source, providing sustained energy. A typical serving offers a good amount of dietary fiber, B vitamins, and minerals like iron and magnesium, with a calorie range of 150-200 kcal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 185 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 10 g |
| Sodium | 220 mg |
| Manganese | 1.2 mg |
| Selenium | 12 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 130 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Zinc | 1.1 mg |
Per 1 medium muffin (approx. 113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents a shift towards 'healthier' baked goods in Western diets, often perceived as a virtuous breakfast choice. Nutritionally, its high fiber content from the bran aids digestion and promotes satiety, making it more filling than a standard white flour muffin.
