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New Orleans Pecan Pie Muffins

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New Orleans Pecan Pie Muffins are a delightful twist on the classic pecan pie, combining the rich flavors of pecans and brown sugar in a soft, fluffy muffin. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Base
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar Use fresh brown sugar for best results.
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
  • 2 cups chopped pecans Use fresh pecans for better taste.
  • 2/3 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Gradually stir in the flour until everything is well combined.
  4. Fold in the chopped pecans to create a rich, nutty batter.
  5. Scoop the batter into muffin tins, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow muffins to cool slightly before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g

Notes

Serve these muffins warm, straight from the oven, great on their own or with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.
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