Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Line a muffin pan and spray with cooking spray.

Pour boiling water over the raisins and let them sit for a few minutes to soften. Then drain and set aside.

Whisk the flour, coconut sugar, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon in a large bowl. Pour buttermilk over the bran, toss lightly to moisten, and add it to the flour mixture. It will be piece-y; that’s fine.

Add pear, eggs, oil, applesauce, and honey. Do not overmix. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin pan.

There will be enough batter for 10 muffins. Fill the other two cups halfway with water to ensure even baking. Bake for 18 minutes or until ready. Transfer to a cooling rack.