In a small bowl mash the two bananas and set aside. In another small bowl pour the boiling water over 1/2 cup of bran cereal, mix in oil and set aside.
In another bowl mix egg, sugar, buttermilk and remaining bran cereal. Add both bran mixtures together, then add sifted flour, soda and salt.
Next stir in the apple butter, mashed bananas, nuts and raisins. Mix all thoroughly to incorporate completely.
Pour into 12 muffin (paper lined) or greased muffin tins or stone pan and bake for 18 to 22 minutes. As long a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean you’re good. Remove from oven and drizzle with maple syrup and let cool.