Pecan Pie Muffins

Mini muffins with the gooey, sweet flavor of classic pecan pie — perfect for dessert or coffee time.

Ingredients

• 1 cup chopped pecans
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup melted butter
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp salt
• Optional: extra pecans for topping

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease or line a muffin tin.
2. In a bowl, whisk eggs, brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla.
3. Add flour and salt, mix until just combined.
4. Fold in chopped pecans.
5. Spoon batter into muffin cups (about ¾ full).
6. Optional: add extra pecans on top.
7. Bake for 18–22 minutes, until golden and set in the center.
8. Cool slightly before serving.

Tips

• For extra gooey muffins, slightly reduce flour (by 1 tbsp).
• Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
• You can add a pinch of cinnamon for more flavor.