Description
These Maple Bacon Pecan Pie Muffins are a delightful blend of sweet maple syrup, crispy bacon, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat!
Ingredients
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup maple syrup
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1/2 cup buttermilk
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
– 1/2 cup chopped pecans
– Extra bacon for topping (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix melted butter, maple syrup, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Fold in the crumbled bacon and chopped pecans.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
7. Top each muffin with additional crumbled bacon if desired.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Allow to cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For a fun twist, try adding chocolate chips or dried fruit!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: maple, bacon, pecan, muffins