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Pecan Pie Muffins

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Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

 
Your attention please … Your attention please …

This is a public service announcement.

Make these Pecan Pie Muffins.

You will be glad you did. Your friends and family will thank you.

That is all.

I’m sure glad I ran across this Tasty Kitchen recipe submitted by blackhawkwife. Between the butter and the pecans, I feel such a connection to her. There’s a bond there. Don’t ya feel it blackhawkwife? We’ve gotta be kin somewhere along the line.

Seriously though, when I made these my husband swooned, then said, “This … this is good stuff you’re doing. Telling people about this recipe is a good thing.”

A good thing indeed.

AND there are only five ingredients.

So what are you waiting for?

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

You’ll need brown brown sugar, flour, pecans, butter and eggs, as well as two bowls and a muffin pan.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

Begin by preheating the oven to 350°F, and grease the muffin pan or spray with no stick cooking spray.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

Baker’s Joy no stick cooking spray works like a charm. Tasty Kitchen member blackhawkwife used silicone baking cups, which are pretty cool too.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

Next, in a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: brown sugar, flour, pecans.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

Mix all together well so they get to know each other.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

They don’t want to go to the big party without knowing someone.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

That can be awkward. That’s no fun at all.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

Next, it’s the wet ingredients’ turn.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

In a separate bowl, mix together the butter and beaten eggs.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

Mix until fairly smooth.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

Now for the party. Let the mingling commence.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

Stir them all together until just combined.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

It’s not necessary to do any major mixing. Just combine well.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

By the way, I used a jumbo muffin tin. This recipe will make five jumbo muffins or eight standard size muffins. I’m not sure how many mini muffins this would make; those sure would be cute and tasty.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

Bake in a 350°F oven for 20-25 minutes. For this jumbo size I cooked it for the full 25 minutes. Adjust the cook time for standard-sized muffins. The top of the muffin should be flat and slightly crusty. Remove from the oven and carefully release muffins from the muffin pan to cool slightly. I use a bread knife or spoon to gently lift the muffins out while still hot.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

These are unbelievable when served warm.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

Maybe with a pat of butter on top? Or some fresh whipped cream? These keep nicely. I stored a batch in ziplocks and re-warmed them a bit in the microwave the next day.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

Oh my word y’all.

Actually, there are no words.

 
 
 
Tasty Kitchen Blog: Pecan Pie Muffins. Guest post by Amy Johnson of She Wears Many Hats, recipe submitted by TK member blackhawkwife.

Just try them for yourself and see.

Thanks, blackhawkwife, for posting this incredible recipe!

 
 

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Pecan Pie Muffins

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Description

It’s a Pecan Pie in a muffin.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Packed Light Brown Sugar
  • ½ cups All-purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans
  • ⅔ cups Softened Butter
  • 2 whole Eggs, Beaten

Preparation Instructions

Preheat oven 350 F.

Grease your muffin pan (whatever size) or use the silicone cups. I grease my silicone muffin cups with Crisco or lard.

In a medium bowl, stir together brown sugar, flour and pecans. In a separate bowl, beat the butter and eggs together until smooth. Stir into the dry ingredients just until combined. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups. Cups should be about 2/3 full. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Cool on wire racks when done.

Option: when you take them out of the oven, place a slice of butter on top and eat warm. You may also use walnuts instead of pecans.

 
 
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Amy Johnson is a blogger who writes about food, travel, the home (both inside and out), and various observations and random musings about anything and everything. Visit her blog She Wears Many Hats for a dose of deliciousness, practicality, hilarity, or just plain fun. She lives in South Carolina with her husband and two children.

 

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Jessica on 9.13.2010

Lookin’ yummy but I have to ask – did you mix the melted butter with the eggs when it was still hot? Because it looks a lot like you scrambled your eggs there.

Candy on 9.13.2010

Oh my goodness gracious. Must try these. Like ASAP.

By the way, y’all, Trader Joe’s is a great place to buy pecans. They are reasonable and always taste fresh, unlike some you buy in regular grocery stores.

Chrystal on 9.13.2010

Do you think these would freeze well? If I make a batch and don’t freeze some, they will be gone in a day or two. If I can freeze them, I can take out a couple at a time and make them last longer (and keep my pants from getting too tight!)

AnaMaria on 9.13.2010

These are one of my favorite things in the entire world. They definitely don’t need anything on top when they’re finished. And don’t use paper muffin cups – you’ll have to eat the paper so you don’t waste too much muffin – they’re way too sticky. Do the non-stick pan like she suggests. If you use the silicone muffin cups, spray them with non-stick spray as well.

Jessica @ How Sweet It Is on 9.13.2010

Those look like a sin.

Drool.

sara on 9.13.2010

OMG, I did not need to know there is such a thing is this world! YUM!

Tabitha (FromSingletoMarried) on 9.13.2010

Oh my – these would make a perfect breakfast this morning! Good thing I’m up early so I may have time to make them. :)

Christy aka Mamarazzi on 9.13.2010

Oh my! My mouth is watering!!! These look so scrumptious and seem very easy to make! Thanks for posting!