Delicious Salted Caramel Pecan Muffins Recipe
These Salted Caramel Pecan Muffins combine rich salted caramel and crunchy pecans for a delightful breakfast treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cupsall-purpose flour
- 1/2 cupgranulated sugar
- 1/2 cupbrown sugar
- 2 teaspoonsbaking powder
- 1/2 teaspoonbaking soda
- 1/4 teaspoonsalt
- 1/2 teaspooncinnamon
- 2large eggs
- 1/2 cupunsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cupmilk
- 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
- 3/4 cupchopped pecans
- 1/2 cupsalted caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
- Whole pecans for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your muffin tin with liners or cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk until mixed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in chopped pecans and salted caramel sauce.
- Fill muffin tins about 3/4 full with batter.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow muffins to cool for 5 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Drizzle with additional salted caramel sauce and garnish with a whole pecan before serving.
Notes
Consider using silicone muffin trays for easier removal; store uneaten muffins in an airtight container to prolong freshness.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Protein: 4 g