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Maple Pecan Muffins

Irresistible Maple Pecan Muffins You Can Make at Home

Enjoy the sweetness of maple syrup and the crunch of pecans with these Maple Pecan Muffins, perfect for breakfast or a snack!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider using a kitchen scale for accurate measurements.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Infuses warmth and spice.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 cup Pecans Roughly chopped for even distribution.
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for binding.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can be substituted with semi-skimmed milk.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps muffins moist.
  • 3/4 cup Maple Syrup Provides rich maple flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Elevates taste profile.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can be replaced with more granulated sugar.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Offers richness; can be swapped with margarine or coconut oil.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare your muffin tin with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt for 2 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently fold wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, then incorporate chopped pecans.
  5. Let the batter rest for 15 minutes.
  6. Fill the lined muffin wells to the top with batter.
  7. Bake at 425°F for the first 5 minutes, then reduce to 350°F and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  8. Allow the muffins to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins can be made gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour substitute.

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