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Easy Pecan Pie Muffins with Gooey Center

A pecan pie muffin cut in half showing the moist, fluffy interior and gooey pecan topping.
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Capture the rich, buttery flavor of classic pecan pie in a convenient, portable muffin format. These muffins feature a tender base, a sweet, gooey center, and a satisfying crunchy pecan topping. Perfect for a sweet breakfast, an indulgent snack, or a bite-sized Thanksgiving dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, and salt. Stir these dry ingredients to mix them well.
  3. In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the melted butter and vanilla extract to the eggs. Mix until everything combines.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Stir until the ingredients just combine. The batter will be thick.
  5. Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the tops look golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to finish cooling.
  8. Serve these warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dry ingredients for extra warm spice flavor.
  • Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • These make excellent make ahead holiday baking items.

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