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Maple Pecan Streusel Muffins

Maple Pecan Streusel Muffins for Cozy Mornings at Home

Enjoy delightful Maple Pecan Streusel Muffins, perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, featuring warm flavors and a crunchy topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Substitution note: Whole wheat flour can offer a heartier texture.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon You can replace it with nutmeg for a unique twist.
  • 3/4 cup Brown sugar Light brown sugar offers a lighter flavor compared to dark.
  • 1/2 cup Maple syrup You can swap it with honey or agave syrup, though flavors will vary.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Mix milk with a teaspoon of vinegar or lemon juice for a quick alternative.
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 cup Chopped pecans Try walnuts or almonds for different textures.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, melted
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup Chopped pecans

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spoon or ice cream scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
    Maple Pecan Streusel Muffins
  2. Whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
    Maple Pecan Streusel Muffins
  3. In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar, maple syrup, buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter. Whisk until smooth.
    Maple Pecan Streusel Muffins
  4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined. Stir in chopped pecans.
    Maple Pecan Streusel Muffins
  5. For the streusel, mix flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and butter until crumbly. Fold in additional chopped pecans.
    Maple Pecan Streusel Muffins
  6. Divide the batter into muffin cups and top with streusel.
    Maple Pecan Streusel Muffins
  7. Bake for about 18-22 minutes or until golden brown.
    Maple Pecan Streusel Muffins
  8. Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
    Maple Pecan Streusel Muffins

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality maple syrup and avoid overmixing the batter to keep your muffins light and fluffy.

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