Praline Pumpkin Date Muffins 🎃🧁
Overview:
🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
🥄 Servings: 12 muffins
🍴 Category: Quick Breads
🔍 Keywords: Breads, < 60 Mins, Oven
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Canned pumpkin | 1 cup |
| Water | 1/2 cup |
| Pecans | 1/2 cup |
| Clove | 1/4 tsp |
| Egg | 1 |
| Cinnamon | 1/2 tsp |
| Brown sugar | 1/8 cup |
| Margarine | 1 tbsp |
| Butter | 1 tbsp |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare muffin cups: Grease 6 jumbo muffin cups or line them with jumbo-size paper baking cups.
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Combine muffin ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together canned pumpkin, water, chopped pecans, ground clove, egg, cinnamon, brown sugar, margarine, and butter.
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Stir the mixture: Using a wooden spoon or spatula, stir the ingredients by hand for 50 to 75 strokes, or until the dry particles are moistened and the mixture is well combined.
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Divide the batter: Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
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Prepare the streusel topping: In a small bowl, combine additional chopped pecans, cinnamon, and brown sugar.
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Add the topping: Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter in each muffin cup.
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Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a wooden pick or knife inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
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Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then carefully remove them from the pan and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Storage: Once cooled, wrap the muffins tightly with plastic wrap and store them in the refrigerator for freshness.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 134.1
- Fat Content: 11.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 17.6mg
- Sodium Content: 44.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 8g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 6.5g
- Protein Content: 1.4g
Tips and Variations:
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Adjust spice levels: If you prefer a stronger spice flavor, increase the amount of cinnamon or add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger.
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Substitute ingredients: Feel free to swap out pecans for walnuts or almonds, or use melted coconut oil instead of margarine for a dairy-free option.
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Additions: Enhance the flavor and texture by adding chopped dates, raisins, or shredded coconut to the batter.
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Storage: These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or frozen for longer-term storage. Just thaw them in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
Enjoy these delightful Praline Pumpkin Date Muffins as a cozy breakfast treat or a satisfying snack any time of day! 🍂🧁
