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Healthy Pumpkin Bran Muffins (with apricot)

Published: Jan 30, 2020 by Terri Gilson · Modified: Oct 2, 2022 · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links · 14 Comments

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Pin of pumpkin bran muffins stacked on top of each other with dried apricot on top

This is a Pumpkin Muffin recipe my Mom has made for years. I love them because they are easy, healthy, delicious and totally addictive! My family can't get enough of these Healthy Pumpkin Bran Muffins.

2 pumpkin bran muffins with an apricot on top and more muffins in background

And the dried apricots in this muffin really give it a unique taste that you won't be able to get enough of either! They are great anytime of the year, but especially in fall during pumpkin season!

Jump to:
  • 💭Health Benefits of Bran
  • 🥘 Ingredients
  • 📖 Variations & Substitutions
  • ♨️How to cook a Pumpkin
  • 🍽Equipment
  • 👪 Serving Size
  • 🌡️Storing
  • ⭐ Reviews
  • 📋 Healthy Pumpkin Bran Muffins (with apricot) Recipe
  • 🎃More Pumpkin Recipes!

Dried apricots are such a delicious addition to this pumpkin muffin, especially for those that aren't fans of raisins. And although I love raisins in baking, I like changing it up sometimes. Dried apricots are a good source of fiber and are considered a fruit serving, with ½ cup of dried fruit equal to one cup of fresh fruits. Bonus for those of us that are not big fruit eaters! They also have a high beta-carotene content, making them especially rich in Vitamin A. You can Read more about the health benefits of dried apricots here.  These muffins with dried apricots make a great healthy breakfast or snack!

I think dried apricots are really underrated and it's too bad because they taste soooo good in so many sweets and baked goods. I'd encourage you to give my Healthy Apricot Sunflower Seed Rice Krispie Squares  a try too!

Rice Krispie treat on parchment paper with plate of treats, bowl of apricots and jar of sunflower seeds in the background

💭Health Benefits of Bran

Most people automatically think healthy when they hear bran and there's good reason for that! Bran is not only low-calorie, it's low in total fat, a good source of plant-based protein, has a lot of dietary fibre and promotes digestive health! And this Pumpkin Bran Muffin is not only healthy, it's super tasty! You can read more about the benefits of bran HERE. And if you're in the market for a great selection of bran muffins that satisfy both your dietary needs and taste buds, then check out my Delicious and Healthy Bran Muffin Round up! There is something for everyone, with everything from avocado, date, and berry to chocolate Weight Watchers friendly bran muffins!

Muffin split in half with more muffins in background

🥘 Ingredients

These healthy pumpkin muffins with yogurt are not only loaded with vitamins, minerals and fibre, they have all the health benefits that come with yogurt. Yogurt is great to bake with, especially in muffins, because its creaminess helps keep baked goods moist and its acidity helps activate baking soda, which aids in making your baking fluffy and light! I use Greek yogurt in this recipe because it's such a great source of protein, but you could also use regular yogurt.

To make these healthy muffins you'll need:

  • fresh pumpkin or canned pumpkin purée * you can use canned, but do not use pumpkin pie filling
  • wheat bran
  • whole wheat flour
  • brown sugar
  • nutmeg
  • cinnamon
  • baking soda
  • salt
  • eggs
  • vegetable oil
  • plain Greek yogurt 
  • dried apricots

📖 Variations & Substitutions

  • Dried fruit - you can substitute raisins 
  • Greek yogurt - you can use non- fat yogurt or full fat yogurt

♨️How to cook a Pumpkin

You can use canned pumpkin for this recipe, but real pumpkin is best, of course! Every year we buy a pumpkin (or two), cook them up, then freeze them. That way we have pumpkin for the whole year! Check out this post for directions on How to Cook a Whole Pumpkin and make pumpkin puree!

white canister with pumpkin puree in it, as well as spoon and whole pumpkin in background

It’s recommended you use special cooking pumpkins, generically labeled sugar pumpkins or pie pumpkins, (specifically named Baby Pam, Autumn Gold, Ghost Rider, New England Pie Pumpkin, Lumina (which are white), Cinderella, and Fairy Tale) when cooking with pumpkin. However,  we ALWAYS buy the exact same type of pumpkin as we would for carving jack o’ lanterns (from the big bin outside the grocery store) and they always taste amazing! The key is to puree it before you bag it or it’s too stringy! And then drain off as much water as you can.  

2 pumpkin bran muffins stacked on top of each other on a cooling rack

🍽Equipment

You will need an electric mixer, bowls, spoons, a food processor and a muffin pan and muffin liners for these bran pumpkin muffins. I like to use reuseable silicone muffins cups (affiliate links) when I can.

👪 Serving Size

This pumpkin bran muffin recipe makes 12 muffins. However, you can half, double or triple the recipe by clicking on the blue serving number and selecting the number of servings you'd like. The ingredient quantities will automatically adjust.

🌡️Storing

Store these healthy pumpkin muffins in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. These freeze well and store for up to 4 months in the freezer in a Ziploc freezer bag or sealed container

So if you're looking for a really delicious apricot muffin with pumpkin, this one definitely fits the bill! It's also great for a quick on the go breakfast, a snack or even dessert!

And if you LOVE delicious bran muffin recipes, be sure to check out my 15 Delicious AND Healthy Bran Muffins!

collage of 4 photos of different bran muffins with brown text on white background in the middle

Enjoy!

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2 pumpkin bran muffins stacked on top of each other on a cooling rack
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📋 Healthy Pumpkin Bran Muffins (with apricot) Recipe

Celebrate the flavors of fall with these Healthy Pumpkin Bran Muffins (with apricot) They are not only delicious, they are loaded with dried apricots, fibre, protein, vitamins and minerals. They make a great on the go breakfast or snack!
5 from 7 votes
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Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Canadian
Keyword: bran, healthy, muffin, pumpkin
Special Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 204kcal
Author: Terri Gilson
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
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Ingredients

  • .75 cup natural bran (wheat bran)
  • .75 cup whole wheat flour
  • .75 cup brown sugar
  • .25 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1.5 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • .5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup mashed or canned cooked pumpkin
  • 2 whole eggs, unbeaten
  • .5 cup vegetable oil
  • .5 cup non- fat plain Greek yogurt (0%) *I use 0% fat
  • 1 cup dried apricots finely chopped
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line 12 muffin tins with liners (I use silicone cups in the photos)
  • In a large mixing bowl combine bran, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  • Mix pumpkin, eggs, oil and Greek yogurt and stir just until combined in a separate medium bowl.
  • Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring only until combined. Add dried apricots.
  • Spoon muffin batter into lined muffin tins, dividing evenly between all 12.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until cake tester or toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool for 5 minutes in muffin tins, then move to cooling rack for another 5 minutes.

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Nutrition Facts
📋 Healthy Pumpkin Bran Muffins (with apricot) Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 204 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 8g50%
Cholesterol 1mg0%
Sodium 198mg9%
Potassium 304mg9%
Carbohydrates 30g10%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 20g22%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 3568IU71%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 56mg6%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Calories: 204kcal (10%) | Carbohydrates: 30g (10%) | Protein: 3g (6%) | Fat: 10g (15%) | Saturated Fat: 8g (50%) | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 198mg (9%) | Potassium: 304mg (9%) | Fiber: 4g (17%) | Sugar: 20g (22%) | Vitamin A: 3568IU (71%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 56mg (6%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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Comments

  1. Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness

    February 03, 2020 at 10:54 pm

    Wow!! What a combination!! I am definitely going to try this for the fall. Bookmarked for later!!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      February 04, 2020 at 10:29 am

      Thanks, Cathleen! Oh don't wait for fall... real pumpkin is ideal, but canned will do.

      Reply
  2. Jeannette

    February 04, 2020 at 1:09 am

    I've never had pumpkin in muffins before, but these sound WONDERFUL! I love pumpkin and I know this will be a hit! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      February 04, 2020 at 10:31 am

      I hope you enjoy them, Jeannette!

      Reply
  3. Jo

    February 04, 2020 at 4:20 am

    I've made these to put in my boys' lunchboxes and they were a huge hit! I like to give them something delicious but also healthy and these fit the bill perfectly. Will definitely be making again!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      February 04, 2020 at 10:54 am

      I'm so glad to hear that, Jo! My kids love them too!

      Reply
  4. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry

    February 04, 2020 at 4:32 am

    These look delicious and the perfect healthy after school snack option! I love using pumpkin as an ingredient.

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      February 04, 2020 at 10:54 am

      Thanks, Bintu! I agree -pumpkin is so healthy and delicious!

      Reply
  5. Paula Montenegro

    February 04, 2020 at 4:33 am

    I'm a huge fan of bran muffins and dried apricots, so this recipe is getting done today! I love the idea of grabbing one for breakfast tomorrow!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      February 04, 2020 at 10:55 am

      Thanks, Paula! I hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  6. Gemma

    February 21, 2020 at 5:02 pm

    What delicious sounding muffins! They look so moist xo

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      February 22, 2020 at 6:13 pm

      Thanks - they are really delicious. Hope you give them a try!

      Reply
  7. Catharine

    February 26, 2020 at 9:33 pm

    I made these on Sunday (double recipe) and they are gone. Super moist and absolutely delicious. These have a lot more flavour than traditional bran muffins. My kids have never gone crazy for the usual bran muffin variety (even with lots of butter!). No butter required here.

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      February 28, 2020 at 11:30 am

      Thanks, Catharine! I'm so glad you guys loved them like we do!

      Reply

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