Wine Cooler Muffins

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup wine cooler
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease and flour 12 muffin cups.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
4. Stir in the wine cooler and then slowly add the dry ingredients until just combined.
5. Fill each muffin cup about 3/4 full with the batter and sprinkle with the chopped pecans.
6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Interesting Facts

• This recipe is great for using up leftover wine coolers.
• The pecans give the muffins a delightful crunchy topping.
• These muffins make for a delicious and unique breakfast or dessert.