Description
These Pecan Pie Muffins capture all the flavors of classic pecan pie—caramelized brown sugar, buttery richness, and nutty crunch—in an easy, handheld treat. They’re perfectly gooey in the center with crisp, golden edges, making them an ideal choice for cozy breakfasts, brunches, or even dessert. Simple to make with basic pantry ingredients, these muffins bring that nostalgic pecan pie flavor to your table without any of the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line or grease a muffin tin.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, and salt. Toss well.
- Whisk wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine: Pour wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fill muffin cups: Spoon batter evenly into muffin tins, about ⅔ full.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Cool: Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Use paper liners to prevent sticking.
- Muffins freeze beautifully—just wrap and store in freezer bags.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg