Bite Size Pecan Pie Muffins
You can finally eat the whole pie! That's because you now have a pecan pie that is bite size. This perfect size, mini pecan pie muffin is a tasty treat that is small in portions. You can eat these Bite Size Pecan Pie Muffins without feeling over indulged. The easy-to-make pie muffins are easy to share, making them perfect for any party. All the flavors of a pecan pie are in one, small bite. It will make everyone come for seconds or even thirds. This recipe is sure to "wow" anyone.
Notes
For best results, use little cupcake papers so the muffins do not stick to the pan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts, to sprinkle in the muffin cups before batter is added
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
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Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Make a well in the center of the mixture.
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Stir together butter, eggs and vanilla. Add to brown sugar mixture and stir just until moistened. Coat 2 12-cup miniature muffin pans well with cooking spray. Place 1 teaspoon finely chopped pecans in each muffin cup, spoon batter over pecans, filling almost to the top. Place muffin pans on an aluminum foil lined jelly-roll pan.
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Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
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Cool on a wire rack 2 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of each cup to loosen muffins and remove from pan.
