Recipe: Chocolate Chip Pecan Pie Muffins 🍫🥧
Description: Elevate your morning with these indulgent Chocolate Chip Pecan Pie Muffins. A delightful twist on traditional pecan pie muffins, this recipe promises richness and flavor with every bite, thanks to the addition of decadent chocolate chips. Perfect for a quick breakfast, a satisfying snack, or a sweet treat any time of day!
Category: Quick Breads
Keywords: Breads, Lunch/Snacks, Fruit, Nuts, Kid Friendly, Winter, < 30 Mins, Oven, Beginner Cook, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 855.9
- Fat: 51.6g
- Saturated Fat: 20.8g
- Cholesterol: 166.8mg
- Sodium: 225.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 98.9g
- Fiber: 4.3g
- Sugar: 81.8g
- Protein: 8.4g
Ingredients
- 1 cup pecans
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a mixing bowl, combine pecans, brown sugar, flour, and chocolate chips. |
| 2 | Create a well in the center of the dry mixture. |
| 3 | In another bowl, beat the eggs until foamy. |
| 4 | Stir together the beaten eggs and melted butter. |
| 5 | Add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just moistened. |
| 6 | Spoon the batter into muffin cups, filling them to your preference. This recipe yields 4 large muffins or 6 smaller ones. |
| 7 | In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and brown sugar for the topping. |
| 8 | Sprinkle the sugar mixture on top of each muffin batter. |
| 9 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the muffins for 20-25 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. |
| 10 | Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and immediately take them out of the muffin pan to cool slightly. |
| 11 | Serve these delectable Chocolate Chip Pecan Pie Muffins warm and enjoy the delicious blend of flavors! |
These muffins are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, with a steaming cup of your favorite hot beverage. Their rich texture and delightful combination of pecans and chocolate chips make them a crowd-pleaser for breakfast, brunch, or dessert gatherings. Try this recipe today and treat yourself to a taste of indulgence!