Description

These warm, moist muffins are filled with the sweet flavors of a classic pecan pie, making them perfect for both breakfast or dessert. The delightful combination of cinnamon, brown sugar, and crunchy pecans in every bite makes these muffins a comforting treat.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup buttermilk

1/4 cup butter, melted

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup pecans, chopped

1/4 cup maple syrup

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Drizzle 1 teaspoon of maple syrup over the top of each muffin.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a richer taste, swap the buttermilk for whole milk or add sour cream to the batter for extra moistness.

For a nut-free version, replace pecans with chocolate chips.

You can sprinkle brown sugar on top before baking for a caramelized topping.

If making ahead, store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend.

For a vegan version, substitute buttermilk with plant-based milk and replace the egg with a flax egg.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert, Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin
Calories: 230
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg