How to Make Cinnamon-Pecan Muffins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing beats the comforting aroma of freshly baked goods wafting through the kitchen, and these Cinnamon-Pecan Muffins are no exception. Bursting with warm, nutty flavors and a hint of spice, these muffins are the perfect way to start your day or enjoy as a mid-afternoon snack. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is sure to impress your friends and family.

These muffins are incredibly easy to make and require just a few simple ingredients that you likely ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅔ cup milk
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 muffins

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  • Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt together in a large bowl.
  • Combine milk, vegetable oil, and egg in a separate bowl; beat with an electric mixer until thoroughly blended. Pour into flour mixture and mix until moist; do not overmix. Fold in pecans and transfer about 2/3 cup batter to each prepared muffin cup.
  • Bake muffins in the preheated oven for 8 minutes.
  • While muffins are baking, mix pecans, sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon for the topping in a small bowl. Remove muffins from the oven, top with pecan-butter mixture, and return to the oven. Bake until muffins are golden and tops spring back when lightly pressed, 7 to 12 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    233 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 196mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 75mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 73mg