1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
⅔ cup unsalted butter, melted
Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or a pinch of cinnamon
How to Make Pecan Pie Muffins — Step by Step
Step 1: Prep and Preheat
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well with butter or non-stick spray.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, chopped pecans, and flour.
Stir until well blended.
Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, lightly beat the eggs.
Stir in the melted butter (and vanilla or cinnamon, if using).
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.
💡 Don’t overmix—a few streaks of flour are okay!
Step 4: Fill and Bake
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups (they should be about ¾ full).
Bake for 18–22 minutes, until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Tips for Muffin Success
Toast Your Pecans for even deeper flavor! Spread on a baking sheet and toast at 350°F for 5–7 minutes before chopping.
Use a Cookie Scoop for easy, mess-free filling.
Don’t Overbake — the muffins continue to set as they cool.
Add a Sprinkle of Sea Salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty finish.
Serving Suggestions
Warm with a pat of butter and a drizzle of maple syrup
With a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an easy dessert
Alongside coffee or tea for a cozy morning treat
Packed in a lunchbox or taken on-the-go
Final Bite
These Pecan Pie Muffins are proof that incredible flavor doesn’t have to be complicated. In just one bowl and under 30 minutes, you can enjoy the taste of homemade pecan pie—without rolling out a crust!
Have you tried baking with pecans before? What’s your favorite pecan dessert? Let us know in the comments below! 🌰✨
