Description
These Pumpkin Pecan Muffins are a delightful fall treat, combining the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with crunchy pecans. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, they are moist, flavorful, and easy to make, featuring a tender crumb and a subtle sweetness balanced by aromatic spices.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Wet Ingredients
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-Ins
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and ground ginger until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, canned pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently just until everything is combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the muffins tough.
- Fold in Pecans: Carefully fold the chopped pecans into the batter, ensuring even distribution without overworking the batter.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Optionally, sprinkle additional chopped pecans on top for extra crunch and visual appeal.
- Bake the Muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool Muffins: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they finish setting and maintain their texture.
Notes
- You can add chocolate chips or a streusel topping for extra flavor and texture.
- These muffins freeze well for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
