Pecan Pie Muffins

These Pecan Pie Muffins are a delightful fusion of a muffin’s light texture and the rich flavors of a classic pecan pie. With a crispy top and gooey, buttery center, these treats are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or holiday gatherings.

Pecan Pie Muffins

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These Pecan Pie Muffins are a delightful fusion of a muffin’s light texture and the rich flavors of a classic pecan pie. With a crispy top and gooey, buttery center, these treats are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or holiday gatherings.

• Author: Chef Megan

Ingredients

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• 1 cuppacked light brown sugar
• 1/2 cupall-purpose flour
• 1 cupchopped pecans
• 2large eggs, beaten
• 2/3 cupunsalted butter, softened

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin:Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease or line 12 standard muffin cups.
2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease or line 12 standard muffin cups.
3. Mix the Dry Ingredients:In a medium bowl, stir together the brown sugar, flour, and chopped pecans until evenly combined.
4. In a medium bowl, stir together the brown sugar, flour, and chopped pecans until evenly combined.
5. Add Wet Ingredients:In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter with the eggs until smooth. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
6. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter with the eggs until smooth. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
7. Fill the Muffin Cups:Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
8. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
9. Bake:Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and spring back lightly when touched.
10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and spring back lightly when touched.
11. Cool and Serve:Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
12. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. These muffins can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Garnish: For a festive touch, top each muffin with a whole pecan before baking.