Description
Delight in these moist and flavorful Pecan Pie Brown Sugar Muffins, combining the warmth of cinnamon and the crunch of pecans topped with a sweet brown sugar glaze. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, these muffins bring the essence of pecan pie into a convenient handheld treat.
Ingredients
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Muffin Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
Topping
- ½ cup whole pecan halves
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners to ensure easy removal and a clean bake.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
- Combine Butter and Brown Sugar: In a large bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter and light brown sugar until smooth and creamy, creating a rich base for the batter.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs, sour cream, whole milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the muffins tender.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, combine the finely chopped pecans, brown sugar, and melted butter, mixing well to create a crumbly, sweet topping.
- Fill Muffin Cups and Add Topping: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Sprinkle the pecan brown sugar topping over each muffin and press a whole pecan half gently on top for a decorative finish.
- Bake: Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the muffins are golden brown.
- Cool: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they set and maintain their shape.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
- Using paper liners helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- The topping adds extra crunch and sweetness, enhancing the pecan flavor.
- Make sure the muffins cool completely before storing to avoid sogginess.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pecan pie muffins, brown sugar muffins, pecan muffins, breakfast muffins, nutty muffins, cinnamon muffins
