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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.

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.

Find it online: https://cosycookery.com/pecan-pie-muffins/