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Soft and moist pecan pie brown sugar muffins with pecan topping
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Pecan Pie Brown Sugar Muffins

These Pecan Pie Brown Sugar Muffins are soft, moist, and full of rich caramel-like flavor with a delicious crunch from pecans. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they are easy to prepare and perfect for breakfast, tea time, or a sweet homemade treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cool Time 10 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 Muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins:
  • 2 Cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
For the Topping:
  • ½ cup whole pecan halves
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp melted butter

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Add eggs, sour cream, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  5. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Mix chopped pecans, brown sugar, and melted butter in a small bowl for topping.
  7. Fill muffin cups ¾ full, then add topping and press a pecan half on each.
  8. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins soft and fluffy.
  • You can toast pecans for a deeper flavor.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container to maintain freshness.