Cherry Gingerbread Muffins

Source: Cooking Light
Makes 12 muffins

1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/4 cup wheat bran or wheat germ
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp ginger
1/4 tsp allspice
3 TB butter
1 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1 ripe banana, mashed
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup water
1/3 cup molasses
5 oz. dried cherries

1. Preheat oven to 375. In medium bowl combine flour, wheat bran, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, & allspice.
2. In small saucepan, melt butter until browned & fragrant, swirling frequently. Transfer to large bowl and stir in yogurt, brown sugar, vanilla, banana, egg, water, & molasses. Stir in dry ingredients. Fold in cherries.
3. Divide batter evenly among 12 muffin cups. Bake for 18 minutes or until cooked through.