Pears should be ripe but still firm for this recipe. Since they ripen from the centre outwards, a good indication of ripeness is the feel of a slight give when the pear flesh close to the stem is gently pressed.
Courtesy of Kellogg’s® All-Bran®
ingredients
Pear Nutmeg Walnut Bran Muffin
Topping
directions
In a medium bowl, combine cereal, applesauce and lemon juice. Let stand for 2 minutes or until cereal softens.
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg and salt. Set aside.
Add eggs and margarine to cereal mixture; beat well. Add liquid mixture to dry ingredients, stirring only until just combined. Fold in pears and walnuts. Portion batter evenly into 12 (2½”/6.5 cm) non-stick muffin pan cups, lightly coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle each with portion of walnut-brown sugar topping mixture.
Bake in a 400°F (200°C) oven for 20 minutes or until tops spring back when lightly touched.
Mix together and top muffins. Serve and enjoy!