Pecan Pie Muffins – Plain Chicken

By Editor On Nov 22, 2024

Pecan Pie Muffins Recipe – the perfect blend of a muffin and classic pecan pie! Soft, moist, and packed with toasted pecans, they’re sweet, buttery, and irresistible. Flour, brown sugar, vanilla, butter, eggs, and pecans. Great for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack. Serve with fresh fruit or a cup of coffee for a delicious treat!

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Easy Pecan Muffins

These Pecan Pie Muffins are like having a bite-sized version of the classic Southern dessert but with a tender, cake-like texture that melts in your mouth. Each muffin is packed with crunchy, toasted pecans and a sweet, caramel-like flavor, just like the filling of a pecan pie. The outside bakes to a golden, slightly crispy edge, while the inside stays soft, moist, and perfectly gooey. It’s the best of both worlds—nutty, buttery, and sweet—all in a convenient, grab-and-go form. One bite, and you’ll be hooked on their rich, irresistible flavor!

How to Make Pecan Pie Muffins

This dessert is effortless to make with only six simple ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and brown sugar. Add vanilla extract, melted butter, and eggs to the dry ingredients and stir well. Stir in chopped pecans—spoon batter into a mini muffin tin that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Bake in a preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the muffins comes out with a few crumbs. Allow the muffins to cool for about 5 minutes, and then run a knife around the edge of each muffin and cool on a wire rack. Sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

There is no leavening agent (like baking powder or baking soda) in these muffins to make them rise really high, so fill the muffin cups until they are almost full.
Variations/Additions:
- mini chocolate chips
- walnuts
- macadamia nuts
- coconut
- cinnamon
- nutmeg
You can use light or dark brown sugar.
You can use paper liners in the muffin pan for easy serving.
Can I freeze Pecan Pie Muffins? Yes! Bake the muffins and cool completely. Transfer to a freezer bag and store in the freezer for up to four months. Thaw overnight in the fridge or on the counter before serving.
Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature.

What to Serve with Pecan Pie Muffins

These muffins are AH-MAZ-ING! I have zero self-control around these things. They taste just like pecan pie! They are great for breakfast, brunch, dessert, and parties. I usually double the recipe, and I still never have any leftovers! Pecan Pie Muffins are rich and sweet, so pairing them with lighter sides creates a balanced spread.

For breakfast or brunch, serve them with a bowl of fresh fruit like berries or citrus, which will add a bright, refreshing contrast to the nutty sweetness of the muffins.
A dollop of whipped cream or a spoonful of vanilla yogurt on the side can enhance their dessert-like quality without being overly indulgent.
If you’re looking to create a heartier meal, scrambled eggs or a savory bacon and quiche make great complements to the muffins’ rich flavor. Pair with a cup of coffee or tea, and you’ve got a perfect, well-rounded treat!

No matter what you serve with these muffins, they are a sure to be a hit with the whole family! Looking for more muffins recipes? Here are some popular recipes from the website:

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