Description
Enjoy the sweet, caramelized flavors of pecan pie in a quick and easy muffin! These 5-ingredient Pecan Pie Muffins are loaded with rich brown sugar, buttery goodness, and crunchy pecans—perfect for a cozy breakfast, afternoon snack, or holiday treat. No pie crust needed!
Ingredients
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- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/3 cups brown sugar
- 1 1/3 cups chopped pecans
- 2/3 cup butter, melted
- 3 medium eggs
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a muffin pan with muffin liners.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, and chopped pecans.
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Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter.
- Whisk in the eggs until fully combined.
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Make the Batter:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture.
- Gently fold until just combined (avoid overmixing).
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Fill & Bake:
- Scoop the batter into muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool & Serve:
- Let the muffins rest in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Add-ins: Enhance the flavor with a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3–4 days.
- Serving Tip: Warm slightly and serve with a drizzle of maple syrup or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg