Delicious Sticky Pecan Muffins Recipe

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Delicious Sticky Pecan Muffins Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
60mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 27, 2024

Indulge in the sweet and nutty flavors of these sticky pecan muffins. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, these muffins are sure to become a family favorite. The combination of sticky caramel and crunchy pecans makes these muffins irresistible.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in chopped pecans.
  5. Spoon batter into muffin tin, filling each cup 2/3 full.
  6. In a small saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar together over medium heat until smooth.
  7. Drizzle caramel mixture over the muffin batter in each cup.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

  • Pecans are a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants.
  • These sticky pecan muffins can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
  • You can customize these muffins by adding raisins or chocolate chips to the batter.