Pat's Orange Pecan Muffins

Brighten up your mornings with Pat's Orange Pecan Muffins, a delightful combination of zesty orange and nutty pecan flavors baked into fluffy, golden perfection. These muffins are the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, thanks to a generous infusion of fresh orange zest and juice, complemented by crunchy pecan pieces folded into the batter for added texture. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, this easy muffin recipe is ideal for busy mornings or leisurely brunches. They bake up beautifully in under 20 minutes, delivering a moist and tender crumb every time. Serve them warm with a pat of butter or enjoy them at room temperature for a citrusy treat that's as comforting as it is irresistible. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or sharing, these homemade muffins bring a burst of sunshine to every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
• 0.5 cup orange juice
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup pecans, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 7

Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your homemade orange pecan muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(900.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2756.9

Total Fat 124.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 515.8mg	0%
Sodium 1682.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 371.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 170.2g
Protein 51.4g	0%

Vitamin D 133.7IU	0%
Calcium 332.0mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 1187.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.9%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 52.8%