Description
A delightful twist on classic pecan pie, these muffins embody warm, nutty flavors and are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (plus extra for topping)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (or any dairy-free alternative)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- Combine the melted butter and brown sugar in a large bowl. Stir until well blended.
- Add the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and optional cinnamon in another bowl.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently, then fold in the chopped pecans.
- Divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Top each muffin with a few extra pecans, then bake for about 18-20 minutes.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Serve warm, drizzled with honey or maple syrup, and pair with fresh fruit or whipped cream for an indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg