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Pecan Pie Cupcakes with Brown Sugar Frosting

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Delightful Pecan Pie Cupcakes topped with a creamy Brown Sugar Frosting, combining the classic flavors of pecan pie in cupcake form.

  • Author: recipesinc
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped pecans gently to ensure they’re evenly distributed.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the lined cupcake cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
  8. For the frosting, beat the softened butter and brown sugar together until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and milk, mixing until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
  9. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the brown sugar frosting and sprinkle with additional chopped pecans for garnish if desired.

Notes

For a different flavor, use walnuts or almonds instead of pecans. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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