Description
Imagine biting into a soft, golden muffin that tastes like a mini pecan pie—rich, nutty, and perfectly sweet. These Pecan Pie Brown Sugar Muffins combine everything you love about the classic Southern dessert with the cozy fluff of a muffin. Ideal for a quick breakfast, easy dinner side, healthy snack, or delicious addition to your breakfast ideas and dinner ideas list, this easy recipe delivers serious food joy. Whether you’re after new food ideas or simply want to impress your brunch guests, this one checks every box.
Ingredients
1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup brown sugar
1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup melted butter
3/4 cup milk or buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line or grease a muffin tin. Optionally, toast the pecans.
2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, then add melted butter, milk or buttermilk, and vanilla.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients just until mixed. Fold in most chopped pecans, reserving some for topping.
5. Divide batter into muffin cups, about 3/4 full. Top with reserved pecans and drizzle maple syrup if desired.
6. Bake 18–22 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean and tops are golden brown.
7. Let cool in tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Toast the pecans before using to elevate their nutty flavor.
Don’t overmix the batter—stir just until combined for the fluffiest texture.
Sprinkle coarse sugar on top before baking for a slight crunch and sparkle.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: pecan muffins, easy muffin recipe, quick breakfast, healthy snack, brown sugar muffins