What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of pecans? For most people, they think of pecan pie because it is one of those autumn treats that is just fantastic when it is on the table. There is something about the combination of sweetness and the delicious taste of pecans that just makes this pie a welcome addition to the end of a meal. As it turns out, it can also be made in another way and you are about to have a new dessert that will be added to your favorites.
Muffins are a treat that is enjoyable, regardless of whether you are eating them in the morning or in the middle of the afternoon. Although there are many different types of muffins to enjoy, you can now add a pecan pie muffin to the mix. It is absolutely fantastic and when you taste the delicious flavors come through in this simple muffin recipe, you will make it again and again.
Ingredients:
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup flour
2 cups pecans, chopped
⅔ cup butter, softened
2 eggs, beaten
12 whole pecans for decoration
Directions:
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease muffin tin with cooking spray and set aside.
Mix sugar, flour and chopped pecans together, in separate bowl beat butter and eggs until creamy, stir in dry ingredients until just combined.
Spoon batter into muffin tin and bake for 15-18 minutes.
Cool and enjoy!