What gives these muffins their maple flavor?

Pure maple syrup is used in the batter, providing a natural, rich sweetness that defines the flavor profile.

How is the pecan streusel prepared?

The streusel combines flour, brown sugar, chopped pecans, cinnamon, and cold butter mixed until crumbly, then sprinkled on top before baking.

Yes, walnuts can replace pecans for a different but equally delicious nutty crunch.

They are baked at 375°F (190°C) for 20 to 22 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days to maintain freshness.

Yes, drizzling a simple glaze made from maple syrup and powdered sugar enhances the maple flavor.

Tender muffins with a rich maple flavor, topped with a buttery pecan streusel for irresistible crunch and sweetness.

I first baked these muffins on a chilly morning and the warm, comforting aroma filled my kitchen, making them an instant family favorite.

Muffins: 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter melted and cooled, 2/3 cup (150 ml) pure maple syrup, 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk, 2 large eggs, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, 1/2 cup (60 g) chopped pecans
Pecan Streusel: 1/3 cup (40 g) all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup (65 g) light brown sugar packed, 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped pecans, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 cup (55 g) cold unsalted butter cubed

Preheat Oven:: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
Prepare Streusel:: In a small bowl combine flour brown sugar pecans and cinnamon. Add cold butter and using your fingers or a pastry cutter work until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Mix Dry Ingredients:: In a large bowl whisk together flour baking powder baking soda and salt.
Mix Wet Ingredients:: In a separate bowl whisk melted butter maple syrup milk eggs and vanilla until smooth.
Combine:: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined do not overmix. Fold in chopped pecans.
Assemble Muffins:: Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (about 3/4 full). Sprinkle each with pecan streusel.
Bake:: Bake for 20 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool:: Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

These muffins quickly became a beloved weekend treat enjoyed together as a family, creating warm and happy mornings.

12 cup muffin tin mixing bowls whisk pastry cutter or fork wire rack

Contains wheat (gluten) eggs milk tree nuts (pecans) butter (dairy). Always verify ingredient labels if cooking for those with allergies.

Calories 290 total fat 15 g carbohydrates 36 g protein 4 g per serving

Enjoy these muffins fresh for the best texture and flavor or store them airtight for up to two days.

→ What gives these muffins their maple flavor?: Pure maple syrup is used in the batter, providing a natural, rich sweetness that defines the flavor profile.
→ How is the pecan streusel prepared?: The streusel combines flour, brown sugar, chopped pecans, cinnamon, and cold butter mixed until crumbly, then sprinkled on top before baking.
→ Can I substitute the pecans with another nut?: Yes, walnuts can replace pecans for a different but equally delicious nutty crunch.
→ What is the baking temperature and time for these muffins?: They are baked at 375°F (190°C) for 20 to 22 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
→ How should these muffins be stored?: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days to maintain freshness.
→ Is there a way to intensify the maple taste after baking?: Yes, drizzling a simple glaze made from maple syrup and powdered sugar enhances the maple flavor.