Description
Delicious and tender Pecan Pie Brown Sugar Muffins combine the rich flavor of brown sugar and cinnamon with crunchy pecans for a perfect breakfast treat or snack. These muffins feature a buttery pecan topping that adds a delightful texture contrast to the moist crumb inside.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 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
Pecan Topping
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- ½ cup whole pecan halves
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners to ensure the muffins don’t stick and are easy to remove.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well mixed to ensure even distribution of leavening and spices.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the melted unsalted butter with light brown sugar until smooth and creamy, forming the base for the batter.
- Add Eggs and Dairy: Add the eggs, sour cream, whole milk, and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture, stirring until fully combined and smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and maintain muffin tenderness.
- Prepare Pecan Topping: In a small bowl, mix the finely chopped pecans, brown sugar, and melted butter to create a crunchy, sweet topping for the muffins.
- Fill Muffin Cups and Add Topping: Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over each muffin and press a whole pecan half on top for decorative appeal.
- Bake Muffins: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, indicating they are fully baked.
- Cool: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 10 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing the flavors to settle and texture to improve.
Notes
- Be sure not to overmix the batter, as this can make the muffins tough instead of tender.
- If desired, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier flavor and added protein.
- For a dairy-free option, use plant-based milk and butter substitutes.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Adding a pinch of nutmeg or allspice can add an extra layer of warm spice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pecan pie muffins, brown sugar muffins, breakfast muffins, pecan muffins, cinnamon muffins, homemade muffins
