Bob's Red Mill Oat Bran is an 18 oz (510 g) bag of stone-ground bran from the outer layer of whole oat groats, cooking up in minutes as a hot cereal or blending into baked goods. It is sold as a Single or Pack of 3, shipped fast from New Jersey.
Oat Bran: Stone-Ground for Quick Hot Cereal and Baking
- Stone-ground from oat groats — milled from the outer bran layer rather than the whole rolled oat
- Naturally high in soluble fiber — including beta-glucan, a fiber type naturally found in oats
- Cooks in 2 to 3 minutes — a faster hot cereal than steel cut or rolled oats
- Baking add-in — blends into muffins, breads, and pancakes for extra fiber and a mild nutty flavor
- No added sugar or preservatives — just stone-ground oat bran, nothing else on the label
- Pack options — Single and Pack of 3 18 oz bags
How to Use
Bring 2 cups of water or milk to a boil, stir in 1/3 cup of oat bran, and simmer 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened. Top with fruit, nuts, or cinnamon. For baking, swap in oat bran for 20 to 30 percent of the flour in a muffin, pancake, or bread recipe and add a little extra liquid. Store the bag in a cool, dry pantry.
About Bob's Red Mill
Since opening in Milwaukie, Oregon in 1978, Bob's Red Mill has stayed focused on stone-ground whole grains milled the old-fashioned way. The employee-owned company tests its products for quality and, where labeled gluten free, for purity under its own protocol. Find more natural grocery and pantry staples at Real Prime Deals, or visit bobsredmill.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Bob's Red Mill Oat Bran contain allergens?
Bob's Red Mill Oat Bran is processed in a facility that also handles wheat, tree nuts, and soy, and this standard version is not certified gluten free. Anyone with a wheat, gluten, nut, or soy allergy should read the printed ingredient and allergen panel on the bag before eating, since facility notices can be updated between production runs.
How should I store Bob's Red Mill Oat Bran?
Keep the bag sealed in a cool, dry pantry away from direct sunlight and moisture. Once opened, reseal it tightly or transfer the contents to an airtight container to keep it fresh, and use within the best-by window printed on the package.
What is the difference between oat bran and regular oatmeal?
Oat bran is milled from just the outer bran layer of the oat groat, so it is more concentrated in soluble fiber and cooks in about 2 to 3 minutes, faster than rolled or steel cut oats, which use the whole groat. Oat bran has a finer texture and a more intense, nutty flavor than regular rolled oats.
Where is Bob's Red Mill Oat Bran made?
Bob's Red Mill stone-grinds this oat bran at its facility in Milwaukie, Oregon, using the same traditional milling method the company has run since 1978. This standard oat bran is processed in a shared facility that also handles wheat, so shoppers who need a gluten-free option should check Bob's Red Mill's certified gluten-free product line instead.
It has become very hard to find bran muffins, a favorite in our house, no matter where we look. Even finding oat bran has become difficult - stores that used to carry it and currently even still carry other Red Mill products no longer carry the oat bran. So - Amazon comes through again! The recipe on the back of the package is good, but can be tweaked as you like - I add 4 ounces of applesauce, use raisins instead of dates, and use half brown sugar and half molasses. By the way - the "Best if used by" date was well over a year from when purchased.
Great healthy product and easy to cook. I keep the unopened bags in my freezer.
Best hot cereal
The Bob's Red Mill line-up is something I highly value. Their products always meet my needs and this is certainly no exception. This cooks up beautifully, takes additions nicely, and is a great part of keeping fiber as part of my diet.
Delicious and great price . Hard to find in grocery stores
best price for oat bran
Been eating this like forever for breakfast mixed with chia, and flaxseed... Cost effective in the case of 4, rather than buying single packs...
I recently purchased this after reading about it’s health benefits. It is a welcomed change to my oatmeal routine as it is more of a cream of wheat texture than a typical oatmeal texture. I like to make mine with milk, protein powder, and coconut sugar. Easy to prepare and delicious!
great for morning breakfast, rich in fiber and natural nutrition. out of stock in my local spout market, Amazon is truely amazing, you can find everything on it.
I prefer these over oats for overnight "oats." These are more like pudding/grits consistency and less chewy. If you like chewier texture then oats are probably better.I do Fairlife milk, fat free greek yogurt, scoop of protein powder, cacao powder, and instant coffee and let sit overnight in fridge. Comes out like pudding texture mimicking "tiramisu" flavor. High protein and filling breakfast and helps meet daily fiber intake.Highly recommended if you don't like or are tired of oatmeal texture.
I really love this oat bran cereal. It's super easy to make, has a high fiber content, and even some protein in there. I've successfully made this in 1.5x and 2x servings in the microwave. For 1.5x I do 2 minutes, stir, then set the microwave for 1 minute. I watch it and as soon as it starts to dome up I end it. For 2x it's 2 minutes, stir, 1 minute, stir, then 1 minute and watch. You really have take stir breaks and watch it otherwise it'll overspill the bowl and make a huge mess. I typically do salt, butter or margarine, and a little brown sugar replacement.
Finally found a sells fresh bran. Local stores and other online sellers sold me stale bran over the years. I bought the box of bran bags 4 bags in total. Each bag is 13 servings so that’s just over 6 servings gs each for mom and me. 4 bags that’s just under a month of breakfast oat bran. Good fiber amount. Should help my 91 year old mom’s digestive tract stay healthy. This is a good form for my IBD CC especially during a flare since it doesn’t exacerbate inflammation in the gut. Had no stomach upset afterwards so my gut is happy. Putting this product on subscription for the lower price and to not run out. I looked up recipes on the internet and found a lot. Any of the baking recipes can be modified to use ramekins ( 2- to 6-oz size) for my Dash Air Fryer (basic model bought here years ago) for the oat bars. No preservatives or other chem additives as with ready to eat store bought oat bars. Translation: gut friendly and a healthy snack for mom. Highly recommend especially to the microscopic IBD (CC like me) patients out there for flares and non flares
Simple easy breakfast. High Fiber and High protein. I enjoy this every morning and I love that I can have it delivered to my home, so I never run out. It can be difficult to get the right amount of fiber and protein, this really helps me start my day out right. It's very versatile. I add blueberries to it in the morning for even extra fiber. Love it!
I can't seem to find this in my grocery store. This is a great price.
This is a nice, hearty oat bran. I put ground flax, ground chia, cinnamon, salt and coconut oil on mine, with hard boiled eggs...most of the time. Sometimes I will eat with Sunbutter, peanut butter, in addition to the above ingredients. Maybe with a banana instead of the eggs. I've eaten for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert. I am used to the fiber content, so if you are not there yet, one serving is enough for you!
I am not sure why every grocery store in my area stopped selling oat bran about 2 years ago, I find it odd. I have purchased a lot of Bob's Mill products over the years as they tend to be good quality at a fair price. This oat bran lives up to those standards. Cook easy in less than 4 min in the microwave and tastes great. Add some chia seeds for extra protein and make it feel more filling.
My wife and I really like this oat bran.
Great price, and quantity.
Excellent product…
Best deal. Love Bob’s
As with all other Bob's Red Mill products I've used, I'm very pleased with the quality and performance of this oat bran. I use it for baking rather than as a cereal, and it performs great in breads, muffins and cookies. It has a more pleasant taste and texture than rolled oats, and is a better source for fiber than rolled oats.The four pouches come in a cardboard case that can be used as a dispenser. All arrived in fresh, perfect condition. Zero complaints -- 5 stars
This is not only a delicious hot cereal, it makes delicious muffins and breads. There is a recipe on the bag. I also sprinkle it in my cold cereal. It cooks up smooth and creamy, like a farina. I like to add almond butter in mine. Yum!
Huge hit. On our 20th box.
what can I say? hubby has to have this every day. Ships fast. Good product.
Excellent product. Excellent quality. Delicious, for oat bran, by itself. Just oat bran, one ingredient, which is exactly what l've been looking for. Finely ground. No food dust. l easily spooned some oat bran 'raw' from the re-sealable bag directly into my blender as part of my protein/vegetable/fruit drink; there were no lumps or unmixed parts. The natural binding of oat bran made my drink more of a thick shake - no worries about a runny drink! Obviously this can be adjusted by the amount used. The effort and care that have gone into Bob's Red Mill Oat Bran are clearly evident and appreciated.
Works great for hot cereal, cookies, muffins.
I eat this everyday. It's filling. It’s great for my health. I’d rather consume healthy calories than empty ones.
The quality is good, and the price is right.
Oat barn is my favorite to eat on my breakfasts , as hot cereal with just salt pepper and butter.
Have bought this in the past and it is very delicious for porridge, muffins and breads. Has more fiber than regular oatmeal and is quite nutritious.
Great product! Tastes good and very cheap. Thanks for selling in bulk.