Description
🧁 Enjoy the delicious twist of Pecan Pie Cupcakes, bringing the flavors of a classic dessert into a delightful, portable treat.
🍂 Perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings or cozy fall get-togethers, these cupcakes are a must-try for pecan lovers.
Ingredients
1 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
1 1/2 cups (195g) all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons (84g) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
1/2 cup (104g) granulated sugar
1/2 cup (112g) packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large eggs
3/4 cup (180ml) milk (2% recommended)
1 tablespoon light corn syrup (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C). Prepare a miniature muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
5. Gradually add half the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Slowly pour in the milk and mix.
7. Add remaining dry ingredients, mix lightly until smooth.
8. Fold in chopped pecans, reserving some to sprinkle on top.
9. Fill each muffin cup about 3/4 full and sprinkle with reserved pecans.
10. Bake mini cupcakes for about 18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
11. Remove cupcakes immediately from pan and cool completely.
Notes
🌰 Tip: Toast pecans for enhanced flavor.
🔄 Tip: For variation, substitute walnuts or add corn syrup for traditional pecan pie taste.
🧊 Tip: Flash-freeze cupcakes before storing to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooling time: Complete cooling before serving
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 miniature cupcake
- Calories: 150-300
Keywords: Pecan Pie Cupcakes, Thanksgiving Dessert, Fall Cupcakes, Pecan Flavor