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Pecan Pie Cupcakes with Brown Sugar Frosting

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Delicious cupcakes that combine the nutty warmth of pecan pie with a rich brown sugar frosting.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: N/A

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with the packed brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just until combined.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped pecans and corn syrup.
  7. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
  10. To make the frosting, melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar for 2 minutes.
  11. Add the milk, bring to a boil, then let cool for 10 minutes.
  12. Whisk in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
  13. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the brown sugar frosting and top with extra chopped pecans.

Notes

Make sure butter and eggs are at room temperature for best results. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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