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Gooey Pecan Pie Muffins with Crunchy Streusel Topping

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Make portable pecan pie flavor with these easy muffins featuring a tender base, a rich, gooey center, and a crunchy brown sugar pecan topping. This recipe captures classic Southern dessert taste in a simple baked good.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • For Streusel Topping: Extra pecans and brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, and salt. Stir these dry ingredients to mix them well.
  3. In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the melted butter and vanilla extract to the eggs. Mix until everything combines.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Stir until the ingredients just combine. The batter will be thick.
  5. Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  6. Sprinkle the tops with extra pecans and a light dusting of brown sugar for the streusel effect.
  7. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the tops look golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to finish cooling.
  9. Serve the muffins warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dry ingredients for extra warm spice flavor.
  • Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For a dessert twist, serve these buttery sweet muffins with a dollop of whipped cream.

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