1 cup wheat bran (millers wheat bran)", "1 cup fat-free buttermilk", "1 tablespoon molasses", "2 large egg whites", "12 cup applesauce", "1 ripe banana, mashed", "2 teaspoons vanilla", "1 cup all-purpose flour (or use half white and whole wheat)", "12 cup white sugar (can use more sugar if desired) or 12 cup brown sugar (can use more sugar if desired)", "2 teaspoons baking powder", "18 teaspoon salt", "12-1 teaspoon cinnamon", "12 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
Set oven to 350 degrees F (set oven rack to second-lowest position).
Line 12 regular size muffin tins with paper liners.
In a medium bowl combine the buttermilk with wheat bran; allow to sit for 10 minutes.
In a small bowl whisk together the egg whites with molasses, applesauce, mashed banana and vanilla; mix until well combined.
In a medium bowl combine the flour with sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon.
After the 10 minutes of sitting time add the egg mixture to the bran/buttermilk mixture; mix very well to combine, then add to the flour mixture; mix until just combined.
Mix in raisins (if using).
Divide into the muffin tins filling just over threee-quarters full.
Bake for about 20-22 minutes or until muffins test done.