Praline Mini Muffins

Treat yourself to a batch of irresistible Praline Mini Muffins, a bite-sized delight that perfectly balances soft, fluffy interiors with a rich, pecan-studded crunch. These mini muffins are infused with the caramelized sweetness of light brown sugar and a hint of vanilla, while chopped pecans add a delightful texture to every bite. The crowning glory is the praline topping—a buttery, nutty crumble that caramelizes beautifully as it bakes, delivering a bakery-style indulgence straight from your oven. Ready in under 30 minutes, these muffins are ideal for brunch spreads, afternoon snacks, or a sweet addition to holiday gatherings. Easy to make and bursting with Southern-inspired flavors, they’ll be your new favorite treat for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups light brown sugar
• 0.25 cups granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups buttermilk
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 unit large egg
• 0.5 cups chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (for praline topping)
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar (for praline topping)
• 3 tablespoons chopped pecans (for praline topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin or line it with paper liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg. Whisk until thoroughly incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in the chopped pecans.

Step 5

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.

Step 6

To prepare the praline topping, use a small bowl to mix the softened butter, light brown sugar, and chopped pecans until crumbly.

Step 7

Sprinkle about 1/2 teaspoon of the praline topping mixture on top of each muffin.

Step 8

Place the muffins into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(768.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2690.5

Total Fat 139.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 396.2mg	0%
Sodium 2196.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 336.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 188.4g
Protein 38.9g	0%

Vitamin D 154.4IU	0%
Calcium 405.9mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 993.2mg	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: 45.6%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 48.8%