Here’s a delicious recipe for Pecan Pie Muffins. These muffins have the rich, nutty flavor of pecan pie with a soft, tender crumb.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir until well mixed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, beat the eggs until smooth. Add the melted butter and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until everything is moistened. The batter will be thick.
- Fill Muffin Tins:
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake:
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool:
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- Storage: Store these muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They also freeze well.
- Add-Ins: For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of cinnamon or a handful of chocolate chips to the batter.
Enjoy your pecan pie muffins! They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.
