High-fiber baked good

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APPLE BRAN MUFFIN is a baked good made with apple and bran, the latter providing substantial dietary fiber. The entry is written without spaces in the grid but normally uses three words.

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An apple bran muffin on a plate

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This clue's Wednesday, August 12, 2026 appearance

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Across

  1. 1Witnessed
  2. 4Triumph
  3. 7Brazilian dances
  4. 13"Watch this space!" letters
  5. 14LSD
  6. 16Not too bright?
  7. 17Outdated
  8. 19Reacted to injustice
  9. 20Chain reaction in which small actions create a big impact
  10. 22Southwestern formations
  11. 23___ Sremmurd (hip-hop duo)
  12. 24"The Silence of the Lambs" org.
  13. 27Experiment spot
  14. 29Beaut
  15. 30"Frozen" snowman
  16. 31The "L" of LACMA
  17. 34Young horses
  18. 36"The March King"
  19. 37High-fiber baked good
  20. 40Cries out in surprise
  21. 41Cookie-selling group
  22. 42Travel by plane
  23. 43Stretches of timelines
  24. 44Grape ___ (rhyming drink)
  25. 45One sample ___ customer
  26. 47Pet that might have ruby-colored eyes
  27. 48He's generally associated with chicken?
  28. 49"Brooklyn Nine-Nine" detective Diaz
  29. 52People who work behind the scenes
  30. 57Person-shaped board game token
  31. 60Chilaquiles ingredient
  32. 61Stay
  33. 62Notion
  34. 63"I'm ___" ("Ready to hear the gossip")
  35. 64Dry spell
  36. 65Visionary
  37. 66Versatile card

Down

  1. 1Seattle WNBA team
  2. 2"Jack Ryan" actress Cornish
  3. 3Paper nest builders
  4. 4They might be hidden behind portraits
  5. 5Carbonated frozen drink
  6. 6Late hours, in ads
  7. 7___ Queen (horror icon)
  8. 8Disney girl with a surreal imagination
  9. 9Irrelevant
  10. 10"He's a 10, ___ . . ."
  11. 11Refreshing drink suffix
  12. 12"The Bear" chef
  13. 15"4 sure!"
  14. 18Birthstone for some Libras
  15. 21Red chili pepper
  16. 24Marshmallow ___
  17. 25Caprese salad ingredient
  18. 26". . . though none may exist"
  19. 28Animated dad who loves making burgers
  20. 29Harsh light
  21. 30"Yikes"
  22. 31Wedding cake part
  23. 32"The Phantom of the ___"
  24. 33Water balloon sound
  25. 35Music genre with striking visuals
  26. 36Highly successful person
  27. 38Vinyl records
  28. 39Floor-cleaning tool
  29. 44Source of many matches
  30. 46___ canai (flatbread)
  31. 48Blooming bulb
  32. 50It might be a dip, or include a dip
  33. 51Duck sound in some insurance ads
  34. 52Unwanted texts, e.g.
  35. 53R&B singer Redding
  36. 54Participated in RAGBRAI
  37. 5544-Down, e.g.
  38. 56What meeting your soulmate might feel like
  39. 57"Mr. and ___. Smith"
  40. 58Slippery fish
  41. 59Australian bird

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. Witnessed — Answer: SAW. Hint: You caught it with your own eyes 👀
  2. 4. Triumph — Answer: WIN. Hint: A victorious success is the feeling this word captures 🏆
  3. 7. Brazilian dances — Answer: SAMBAS. Hint: Think of lively, rhythmic dances famously associated with Brazil. 💃
  4. 13. "Watch this space!" letters — Answer: TBA. Hint: These initials signal that the details will be announced later. ⏳
  5. 14. LSD — Answer: ACID. Hint: This psychedelic substance is known for vivid hallucinations and altered perceptions 🌀
  6. 16. Not too bright? — Answer: CLOUDY. Hint: Think of a sky condition that blocks sunshine and can also describe unclear thinking. ☁️
  7. 17. Outdated — Answer: OBSOLETE. Hint: Something no longer useful or in fashion might be described this way. 🕰️
  8. 19. Reacted to injustice — Answer: RIOTED. Hint: Rose up in protest against unfair treatment. ✊
  9. 20. Chain reaction in which small actions create a big impact — Answer: RIPPLEEFFECT. Hint: Think of how one tiny disturbance can spread outward and create surprisingly large consequences. 🌊
  10. 22. Southwestern formations — Answer: MESAS. Hint: Think of flat-topped desert landforms often seen in the Southwest. 🏜️
  11. 23. ___ Sremmurd (hip-hop duo) — Answer: RAE. Hint: Name the hip-hop duo behind “Black Beatles” and “No Type.” 🎤
  12. 24. "The Silence of the Lambs" org. — Answer: FBI. Hint: This federal investigative agency employs Clarice Starling in the thriller. 🕵️
  13. 27. Experiment spot — Answer: LAB. Hint: It’s the place where experiments are carried out. 🧪
  14. 29. Beaut — Answer: GEM. Hint: A dazzling little treasure or someone who truly shines. ✨
  15. 30. "Frozen" snowman — Answer: OLAF. Hint: This cheerful snowman from Arendelle loves warm hugs despite his chilly nature ☃️
  16. 31. The "L" of LACMA — Answer: LOS. Hint: Think of the California city named in this museum’s full title. 🖼️
  17. 34. Young horses — Answer: FOALS. Hint: These little ones are often seen frolicking in the fields! 🐴
  18. 36. "The March King" — Answer: SOUSA. Hint: Think of the American composer behind “The Stars and Stripes Forever.” 🎺
  19. 37. High-fiber baked good — Answer: APPLEBRANMUFFIN. Hint: Think of a wholesome breakfast treat combining fruit with a bran-rich batter. 🧁
  20. 40. Cries out in surprise — Answer: YELPS. Hint: Lets out a sudden, sharp cry when startled. 😲
  21. 41. Cookie-selling group — Answer: TROOP. Hint: Think of the scouting unit whose members might offer you a box of cookies! 🍪
  22. 42. Travel by plane — Answer: FLY. Hint: Take to the skies using an aircraft. ✈️
  23. 43. Stretches of timelines — Answer: ERAS. Hint: Think of broad periods in history, each with its own defining character ⏳
  24. 44. Grape ___ (rhyming drink) — Answer: APE. Hint: Picture a cheeky zoo resident hiding in a fruity, rhyming beverage name. 🍇
  25. 45. One sample ___ customer — Answer: PER. Hint: This phrase sets a limit of one sample for each shopper. 🛒
  26. 47. Pet that might have ruby-colored eyes — Answer: RAT. Hint: Think of a small, scurrying pet often associated with laboratories or sewers. 🐀
  27. 48. He's generally associated with chicken? — Answer: TSO. Hint: Think of the Chinese military leader whose name is linked to a beloved chicken dish 🍗
  28. 49. "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" detective Diaz — Answer: ROSA. Hint: Think of the fiercely private, tough-as-nails detective played by Stephanie Beatriz. 🕵️
  29. 52. People who work behind the scenes — Answer: SUPPORTSTAFF. Hint: Think of the helpful team members who keep everything running out of the spotlight. 🎬
  30. 57. Person-shaped board game token — Answer: MEEPLE. Hint: This little player-shaped piece might represent you on the board. 🎲
  31. 60. Chilaquiles ingredient — Answer: TORTILLA. Hint: This Mexican dish gets its hearty base from a familiar flatbread. 🌮
  32. 61. Stay — Answer: REMAIN. Hint: Don’t leave—continue being there. 🏠
  33. 62. Notion — Answer: IDEA. Hint: A thought or concept forming in your mind 💡
  34. 63. "I'm ___" ("Ready to hear the gossip") — Answer: SAT. Hint: Complete the phrase with a brief word that signals you’re ready and listening. 👂
  35. 64. Dry spell — Answer: SLUMP. Hint: A stretch when progress or success seems to disappear. 📉
  36. 65. Visionary — Answer: SEER. Hint: Think of someone believed to glimpse what the future holds 🔮
  37. 66. Versatile card — Answer: ACE. Hint: This playing card is a flexible powerhouse that can adapt to many hands. 🃏

Down

  1. 1. Seattle WNBA team — Answer: STORM. Hint: This Emerald City squad battles on the hardwood in the WNBA. 🏀
  2. 2. "Jack Ryan" actress Cornish — Answer: ABBIE. Hint: Think of the actress who played Cathy Mueller in the Jack Ryan series. 🎬
  3. 3. Paper nest builders — Answer: WASPS. Hint: These buzzing insects build papery homes and pack a painful sting. 🐝
  4. 4. They might be hidden behind portraits — Answer: WALLSAFES. Hint: Think of a discreet built-in hiding place often concealed by artwork 🖼️
  5. 5. Carbonated frozen drink — Answer: ICEE. Hint: A fizzy, slushy treat that’s a chilly convenience-store favorite. 🥤
  6. 6. Late hours, in ads — Answer: NITE. Hint: Think of the abbreviated way advertisements often refer to nighttime hours. 🌙
  7. 7. ___ Queen (horror icon) — Answer: SCREAM. Hint: Think of the chilling title associated with a legendary masked slasher. 🔪
  8. 8. Disney girl with a surreal imagination — Answer: ALICE. Hint: Think of the curious heroine who follows a white rabbit into a topsy-turvy wonderland 🐇
  9. 9. Irrelevant — Answer: MOOT. Hint: This describes something that no longer matters to the discussion. 💤
  10. 10. "He's a 10, ___ . . ." — Answer: BUT. Hint: Use the tiny word that flips a compliment into a qualification. 😉
  11. 11. Refreshing drink suffix — Answer: ADE. Hint: It’s the ending that helps turn citrus into a cool, thirst-quenching beverage. 🥤
  12. 12. "The Bear" chef — Answer: SYD. Hint: This ambitious sous-chef helps turn a chaotic Chicago kitchen into something special 🍽️
  13. 15. "4 sure!" — Answer: DEF. Hint: A casual slangy way to say “definitely” or “of course.” 😎
  14. 18. Birthstone for some Libras — Answer: OPAL. Hint: Think of the iridescent gemstone associated with October birthdays and some Libras. ✨
  15. 21. Red chili pepper — Answer: FRESNO. Hint: This red pepper shares its name with a California city and brings a mild-to-medium kick 🌶️
  16. 24. Marshmallow ___ — Answer: FLUFF. Hint: Think of the sweet, airy spread often paired with peanut butter in a classic sandwich 🥪
  17. 25. Caprese salad ingredient — Answer: BASIL. Hint: This fragrant green herb pairs beautifully with tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. 🌿
  18. 26. ". . . though none may exist" — Answer: IFANY. Hint: This phrase introduces a possibility while admitting there might be no examples at all. 🤔
  19. 28. Animated dad who loves making burgers — Answer: BOB. Hint: Think of the animated family man whose burger shop serves up laughs and patties 🍔
  20. 29. Harsh light — Answer: GLARE. Hint: A piercing brightness that makes you squint. ☀️
  21. 30. "Yikes" — Answer: OOF. Hint: An exclamation you might blurt out after a painful surprise 😬
  22. 31. Wedding cake part — Answer: LAYER. Hint: Think of one of the stacked tiers that makes up this celebratory dessert. 🎂
  23. 32. "The Phantom of the ___" — Answer: OPERA. Hint: Picture a masked figure haunting a grand Parisian theater in a famous musical mystery. 🎭
  24. 33. Water balloon sound — Answer: SPLAT. Hint: It’s the messy noise a tossed water balloon makes when it hits the ground 💦
  25. 35. Music genre with striking visuals — Answer: ARTPOP. Hint: Think of a boundary-pushing pop style where the songs and visuals are equally theatrical. 🎨
  26. 36. Highly successful person — Answer: SUPERSTAR. Hint: Think of someone at the very top of their field, admired by millions 🌟
  27. 38. Vinyl records — Answer: LPS. Hint: These classic music discs spin on a turntable and come in different speeds. 🎶
  28. 39. Floor-cleaning tool — Answer: MOP. Hint: This handy household tool swishes across dirty floors to leave them sparkling. 🧽
  29. 44. Source of many matches — Answer: ASPEN. Hint: Think of a tree whose wood has long been used for making matchsticks. 🌳
  30. 46. ___ canai (flatbread) — Answer: ROTI. Hint: Think of a common South Asian flatbread often paired with curry. 🫓
  31. 48. Blooming bulb — Answer: TULIP. Hint: This cheerful spring flower grows from a bulb and comes in vivid colors 🌷
  32. 50. It might be a dip, or include a dip — Answer: SALSA. Hint: Think of a zesty party staple that shares its name with a lively dance featuring a dramatic move downward 💃
  33. 51. Duck sound in some insurance ads — Answer: AFLAC. Hint: Think of the catchy quack that made a certain insurance mascot famous. 🦆
  34. 52. Unwanted texts, e.g. — Answer: SPAM. Hint: These annoying messages often crowd your inbox without invitation 📩
  35. 53. R&B singer Redding — Answer: OTIS. Hint: Think of the legendary soul singer behind “(Sittin’ On) the Dock of the Bay.” 🎶
  36. 54. Participated in RAGBRAI — Answer: RODE. Hint: You took part by pedaling across Iowa in its famous annual bike ride 🚴
  37. 55. 44-Down, e.g. — Answer: TREE. Hint: Think of a tall, leafy plant with a trunk and branches. 🌳
  38. 56. What meeting your soulmate might feel like — Answer: FATE. Hint: It can feel as though the universe arranged the encounter just for you. ✨
  39. 57. "Mr. and ___. Smith" — Answer: MRS. Hint: Complete the title for a married couple, pairing the gentleman with his wife. 💍
  40. 58. Slippery fish — Answer: EEL. Hint: This wriggly swimmer can be hard to hold onto 🐟
  41. 59. Australian bird — Answer: EMU. Hint: This flightless Aussie runner is famous for its long legs and speedy stride. 🐦

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The answer to “High-fiber baked good” in the USA Today crossword is APPLEBRANMUFFIN — a 15-letter word. It most recently appeared in the USA Today crossword on August 12, 2026, a Wednesday puzzle, at 37-Across. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“High-fiber baked good” answer

APPLEBRANMUFFIN (15 letters)

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15 letters: APPLEBRANMUFFIN.

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