A fantastic large-batch bran muffin recipe from Kim Maness (2009). The batter is designed to be stored in the refrigerator for up to 6 weeks, so you can bake fresh muffins whenever you like.

Author

Kim Maness (2009)


Recipe

MeasurementsIngredients
4Eggs
5 cupsFlour
5 teaspoonsBaking Soda
2 cupsSugar
1 quart (4 cups)Buttermilk
1 cupVegetable Oil
7 1/2 cupsRaisin Bran Flakes

Instructions

  1. In a very large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and sugar.
  2. In a separate large bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the buttermilk and oil.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a spatula until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in the Raisin Bran Flakes.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the batter stand in the refrigerator for 2 days before using it for the first time.
  6. When you are ready to bake, preheat the oven to 400°F. Generously grease your muffin cups.
  7. Do not stir the batter. Simply spoon the cold batter into the muffin cups, filling them generously.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Note

The batter keeps for up to 6 weeks, covered, in the refrigerator. The author notes, “I bake fresh each morning. :)”