These Pecan Pie Muffins are a delightful treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of pecan pie with the convenience of a muffin. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup pecan pie filling (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, chopped pecans, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Combine: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fill Muffin Tins: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. Spoon a small amount of pecan pie filling on top of each muffin.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Enjoy the muffins warm or at room temperature. They’re perfect with a cup of coffee or tea!
Feel free to adjust the pecan pie filling amount to your liking, and enjoy these sweet and nutty muffins!