β¨ Introduction
These Pecan Pie Muffins π°π§ are buttery, nutty, and sweetβtopped with caramelized pecans and a moist, rich interior. Perfect for ftour, breakfast, or cozy snacking π₯.
π§ Ingredients
πΎ Dry Mix
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ΒΎ cup chopped pecans
π₯£ Wet Mix
- 2 eggs
- Β½ cup melted butter
π©βπ³ Instructions
- π₯ Preheat oven to 175Β°C (350Β°F). Grease a muffin tin or line with paper cups.
- π° Mix flour, sugar, and chopped pecans in a bowl.
- π₯ In another bowl, whisk eggs and melted butter. Combine with dry mix.
- π§ Fill muffin cups about β full. Top each with a pecan half if desired.
- π₯ Bake for 20β25 minutes until tops are golden and set.
- βοΈ Cool slightly before serving. Glaze tops with honey or syrup if desired.
π Methods
- π« Add chocolate chips for extra richness.
- π₯₯ Mix in shredded coconut for texture.
- π Use mashed banana instead of some butter for a lighter version.
- π§ Make mini muffins for bite-size servings.
π History
Inspired by Southern pecan pie πΊπΈ and Moroccan love for nutty sweets π²π¦, these muffins bring pie flavor in a portable form.
πͺ Benefits
- π° Healthy fats from pecans
- π₯ Protein from eggs
- π§ Energy from butter and flour
π¨ Formation
Serve warm with glossy tops and crunchy pecan garnish π½οΈ. Ideal for ftour, brunch, or dessert trays π.
β Conclusion
Pecan Pie Muffins are rich, nutty, and satisfyingβa golden bite of indulgence π°π§π₯.
β€οΈ Lovers
- π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Families
- π§βπ³ Muffin fans
- π½οΈ Dessert seekers
- π Brunch hosts
- π° Pecan lovers