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Recipe by: Lisa Prince

Pecan Pie Muffins

Millie Mangum shared this recipe with me and it is a keeper! These are perfect as a holiday gift, make a great snack, or a quick breakfast. You can also toast the pecans to give the muffins a deep nutty flavor.

Servings: 36
Cook Time: Prep Time: 15 minutes; Total Time: 30 minutes
Meal Type: Side Dish
NC Ingredients: Pecans, Eggs

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Ingredients

1
cup light brown sugar
1/2
cup plain flour
2
eggs
2/3
cup butter, melted
1
cup pecans, coarsely chopped
30
to 36 whole pecan halves for top of muffin, optional

Directions

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl using a wooden spoon, mix the sugar, flour, eggs, butter and chopped pecans. Grease a mini-muffin pan. Fill 2/3 full and top with a whole pecan half. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool 5-10 minutes before removing from pan. Makes 2 – 2 ½ dozen mini-muffins.

 
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