Pecan Pie Muffins from Nancy G's Cafe

• cup firmly packed light brown sugar1 cup
• cup chopped pecans1 cup
• cup all-purpose flour↗1⁄2 cup
• teaspoon baking powder↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• teaspoon salt↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• cup butter, melted↗1⁄2 cup
• large eggs, lightly beaten↗2
• teaspoon vanilla extract↗1 teaspoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

2. 2

   Lightly grease (or coat with nonstick cooking spray) 3 miniature muffin pans.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, pecans, flour, baking powder and salt.

4. 4

   Make a well in the center of the mixture.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, mix together the butter, eggs and vanilla.

6. 6

   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.

7. 7

   Spoon the batter evenly into the miniature muffin pans, filling each compartment 3/4 full. (Fill any empty compartments halfway with water to prevent damage to the pan.)

8. 8

   Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until lightly browned. Makes about 30 muffins.