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Pecan Pie Cupcakes with Brown Sugar Frosting

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Delightful cupcakes that combine the rich, gooey filling of traditional pecan pie with a light, fluffy cupcake texture, topped with creamy brown sugar frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (for frosting)
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually fold these dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
  6. Spoon the batter into a lined muffin tin, filling each cup 2/3 full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. While the cupcakes bake, prepare the brown sugar frosting by whipping together the butter, brown sugar, and powdered sugar, adding heavy cream until the desired consistency is reached.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat in a low-temperature oven to maintain texture.

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