Apple Bran Muffins

By Samantha Thiessen, a consultant dietician; from The Malaysian Women's Weekly

Preparation: 15 mins
Bake: 25 mins
Makes: 10 muffins

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup natural bran
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 tsp salt
2 tsps cinnamon powder
1/4 cup chopped nuts
1 cup low-fat milk
2 tbsps oil
1 egg, beaten
1 cup finely chopped, peeled apple

Method:
1. Preheat oven at 190'C. Meanwhile, combine flour, bran, baking powder, sugar, salt, cinnamon and nuts. Add milk, oil and egg; stir until ingredients are blended
2. Fold in apples. Fill greased muffin cups 2/3 full with mixture. Bake for 20 to 25 mins. Sprinkle extra cinnamon powder over for more flavour

Nutrient check per serving:
Calories 140
Carbohydrates 23 g
Total fat 38 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Protein 39 g
Fibre 22 g