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Pecan Pie Muffins

Pecan Pie Muffins

These Pecan Pie Muffins capture all the sweet, nutty flavor of classic pecan pie in an easy-to-make handheld muffin. With a moist, tender crumb and a gooey pecan topping, they’re the perfect fall baking recipe for breakfast, dessert, or snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 245 kcal

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons honey (for topping)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed.
  • In a small bowl, stir together chopped pecans, brown sugar, melted butter, and honey to make the pecan topping.
  • Fill muffin cups about 2/3 full with batter. Sprinkle each with pecan topping. Bake 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with coffee, tea, or yogurt. For a twist, try swapping in walnuts, almonds, or hazelnuts. Add cinnamon or allspice for extra spice. Muffins can be stored in an airtight container for 3 days or frozen up to 3 months. If baking in a loaf pan, increase the baking time to 45-50 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 35mgIron: 1.2mg
Keyword easy muffin recipe, Fall Baking, pecan dessert, pecan pie muffins
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