Delicious Cantaloupe Muffins with Irresistible Praline Topping

These Cantaloupe Muffins with Praline Topping are a delightful twist on traditional muffins. The juicy cantaloupe adds a burst of freshness, while the praline topping brings a sweet crunch to each bite. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat with your afternoon coffee!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup diced cantaloupe
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together melted butter and milk.
4. Slowly add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
5. Fold in diced cantaloupe and chopped pecans.
6. Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling them 2/3 full.
7. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, granulated sugar, and remaining pecans for the praline topping.
8. Sprinkle praline mixture over the muffins.
9. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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