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Pecan Pie Cupcakes Delight

Pecan Pie Cupcakes Delight: Your New Favorite Comfort Treat

Indulge in Pecan Pie Cupcakes Delight, where classic pecan pie meets charming cupcakes, perfect for gatherings and gluten-free options.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Batter
  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour for gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cups unsalted butter (melted) Substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs Bring to room temperature.
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cups whole milk Can substitute with plant-based milk.
For the Pecan Filling
  • ¾ cups light brown sugar
  • ¼ cups pure maple syrup Honey can be substituted.
  • 1 cups toasted pecans Walnuts or almonds are alternatives.
For the Topping
  • 1 batch cream-cheese frosting Balancing the sweetness.
  • to taste caramel sauce Consider adding a pinch of sea salt.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cupcake Pan
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Spoon

Method
 

Cupcake Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the melted butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. Mix alternatingly with milk.
  3. Spoon the batter into cupcake liners and bake for 20-25 minutes. Check with a toothpick for doneness.
  4. Prepare the pecan filling in a saucepan, combining brown sugar, maple syrup, and melted butter. Stir in toasted pecans and cook until bubbly.
  5. Once the cupcakes cool, scoop out the center and fill with warm pecan filling.
  6. Top the cupcakes with cream cheese frosting and drizzle caramel sauce. Optionally sprinkle with more chopped pecans.
  7. Finish by brushing with caramel sauce for a shiny appearance.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Use room-temperature ingredients for better emulsification and avoid over-mixing to achieve fluffy cupcakes.

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