Best 9 Citrus Pecan Muffins Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and easy-to-make breakfast or snack? Look no further than these Citrus Pecan Muffins! Bursting with citrusy goodness and studded with crunchy pecans, these muffins are a treat for your taste buds. Made with fresh oranges and lemons, they offer a vibrant flavor that will wake up your senses. The addition of chopped pecans gives these muffins a satisfying crunch and nutty flavor. Whether you enjoy them warm from the oven or savor them as a grab-and-go snack, these Citrus Pecan Muffins are sure to become a family favorite.

In this article, you'll find two irresistible recipes for Citrus Pecan Muffins. The first recipe is a classic version that uses all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and buttermilk. The second recipe is a delightful gluten-free variation that uses almond flour, coconut flour, and almond milk. Both recipes are simple to follow and require minimal ingredients, making them perfect for busy mornings or weekend baking sessions.

So, preheat your oven and get ready to indulge in the delightful flavors of Citrus Pecan Muffins. With their bright citrus taste, crunchy pecans, and moist texture, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone you share them with.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

PECAN PIE MUFFINS



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The combination of dark brown sugar, vanilla, and pecans in these muffins make them taste just like pecan pie.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups pecans, plus 12 intact halves or additional chopped nuts for tops
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 cup dark brown sugar
2 large eggs
12 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1/2 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Fine sanding sugar, for sprinkling (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with baking cups. Spread pecans on a baking sheet and bake until fragrant, about 12 minutes. Cool 15 minutes, then coarsely chop. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, butter, milk, and vanilla. Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients, then stir in pecans.
  • Divide batter evenly between muffin cups,adding a scant 1/4 cup to each. Top each with a single pecan half or more chopped nuts, and sanding sugar. Bake until tops spring back when lightly touched, about 20 minutes. Cool in pans 5 minutes, then remove to wire rack to cool completely.

PECAN-PIE MUFFINS



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Nonstick cooking spray
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 1/3 sticks butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place paper liners in 9 muffin cups and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine the pecans, sugar and flour. Make a well in the center of the mixture.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until foamy. Add the melted butter and stir to combine. Pour the egg mixture into the well in the dry ingredients, stirring until moistened.
  • Spoon the batter into the cups, filling each almost full. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted in a muffin, about 20 minutes.

PECAN PEAR MUFFINS



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These muffins are delicious! Chock-full of pears, pecans and down-home goodness, the moist sweet treats are terrific with a glass of cold milk or a steaming cup of coffee. -Laura Ward, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups chopped peeled ripe pears (about 6 medium)
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. In another bowl, combine the eggs, oil and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the pears and pecans. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CITRUS MUFFINS



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Enjoy these baked citrus muffins that are ready in 35 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons sugar
3 teaspoons grated orange or lemon peel or combination
2/3 cup milk
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 egg
1 2/3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400° F. Line 12 muffin cups with paper baking cups. In small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon of the orange peel; set aside.
  • In medium bowl, beat milk, oil and egg with fork. Stir in flour, 3/4 cup sugar, the baking powder, salt and remaining 2 teaspoons orange peel just until moistened. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Sprinkle sugar-orange peel mixture evenly over batter.
  • Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 5 minutes; remove from pan. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Muffin, Sodium 190 mg

CITRUS MUFFINS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 19

3/4 cup cooking oil
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup fresh citrus juice
2 tablespoons grated citrus rind
1/2 cup juice of Valencia orange
1/2 cup juice of navel orange
1/2 cup juice of tangerine
1/2 cup juice of tangelo
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups Cognac or brandy
Zest from 2 oranges, cut into strips
1 cinnamon stick
1 clove
Dash of freshly ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Combine oil, sugar, and eggs. Mix well. Add remaining ingredients. Blend. Pour into muffin pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Simmer orange juice with sugar until sugar is dissolved
  • Add Cognac or Brandy, zest and spices.
  • Place in a sterilized jar, seal tightly - store in a cool place - shaking occasionally for 1 month
  • Strain it through a fine sieve into a sterilized decorative bottle for another month before serving
  • (recipe courtesy Georgia Downard - Gourmet Magazine) .

PECAN PIE MUFFINS



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It's hard to believe there are only five ingredients in these wonderful little muffins! The brown sugar makes them taste like pecan pie.

Provided by prissycat

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup packed light brown sugar
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
⅔ cup butter, softened
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 18 mini muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together brown sugar, flour and pecans. In a separate bowl beat the butter and eggs together until smooth, stir into the dry ingredients just until combined. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups. Cups should be about 2/3 full.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 to 25 minutes. Cool on wire racks when done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.2 calories, Carbohydrate 31.1 g, Cholesterol 77.4 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 119.3 mg, Sugar 24.3 g

PEACH PECAN MUFFINS



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Make and share this Peach Pecan Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Country Cook in Okl

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup melted butter
1/4 cup milk
1 egg
1 1/2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced
1/2 cup chpped pecans
1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400. Grease and flour 12 muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners. Combine topping ingredients until mixture is crumbly and set aside.
  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk butter, milk, and egg together in a separate bowl. Stir milk/egg mixture into the flour mixture and blend just until moistened. Fold in diced peaches. Spoon into muffin cups and sprinkle envenly with topping mixture. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.8, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 43.8, Sodium 188.2, Carbohydrate 31.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 16.3, Protein 3.3

LEMON PECAN MUFFINS



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Number Of Ingredients 14

DRY INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup unbleached flour
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
WET INGREDIENTS
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup frozen apple juice concentrate
1/4 cup canola oil
1 large egg
3 tablespoons grated lemon peels
GOODIES
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped roasted pecans

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. 2. Sift the dry ingredients together in a large bowl. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pecans to top the muffins (see Step 4). Add the remaining pecans to the dry ingredients and toss to coat. 3. Whisk the wet ingredients in a medium bowl or blend in a food processor. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Stir just until mixed. Do not overstir. 4. Spoon the batter into a greased or papered muffin tin. Fill each cup nearly to the top. Top each cup of batter with the reserved chopped pecans, taking care to sprinkle them evenly over each cup. Too much topping piled high in the middle will prevent the muffins from rising properly. 5. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes. 6. Cool the muffins at least 10 minutes before removing from the tin.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

LEMON PECAN OATMEAL MUFFINS



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I enjoy the hint of lemon in these hearty, and healthy muffins. Try adding a handful of dried cranberries to the batter just before spooning into the muffin tins. They add a tart sweetness that works well with the lemon.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 18 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
2 cups rolled oats
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated fresh lemon rind
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Grease muffin tins, or line with paper baking cups.
  • In a large bowl combine the flours, oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg and salt.
  • Add milk, oil lemon juice, lemon rind and eggs, stirring until dry ingredients are just moistened. Do not over beat.
  • Stir in pecans.
  • Spoon batter into prepared muffin tins, filling 3/4 full.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.7, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 25.4, Sodium 174.9, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 12.4, Protein 5.2

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: As with any baking recipe, having all your ingredients and tools ready before you start will make the process much smoother.
  • Muffin Tins: Ensure your muffin tins are properly greased or lined with muffin cups to prevent the muffins from sticking.
  • Measuring Ingredients: Use accurate measuring cups and spoons to ensure the correct proportions of ingredients for a successful bake.
  • Whisking Dry Ingredients: Whisking the dry ingredients together before adding them to the wet ingredients helps to evenly distribute the leavening agents and prevent lumps.
  • Mixing the Batter: Avoid over-mixing the batter. Stir just until the dry ingredients are moistened and combined. Over-mixing can result in tough muffins.
  • Filling Muffin Cups: Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full to allow for expansion during baking.
  • Baking Time: Keep an eye on the muffins as they bake. Use a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the center of a muffin to check for doneness. It should come out clean when the muffins are done.
  • Cooling Muffins: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps to prevent them from breaking.

Conclusion:

These Citrus Pecan Muffins are an irresistible treat that combines the zesty flavors of citrus fruits with the nutty crunch of pecans. The addition of Greek yogurt and honey provides a moist and tender crumb, making them a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or afternoon snack. With their simple preparation and delightful taste, these muffins are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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