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    Home » Meal Recipe Ideas » Brunch

    Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins

    Filed Under: Breakfast, Brunch, Muffins

    This delicious recipe for homemade Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins can be made with low carb and gluten free options.
    4.11 from 85 votes
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    Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins smells as good as they taste.

    I like that these muffins are easy to make as well.

    Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins

     

    Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins

     
    This is a muffin that tastes a lot like a pecan pie.

    However, is is good enough to eat for breakfast!
     

    Did you try my Sugar Free Pistachio Muffin recipe?

    That recipe is made more flavorful and colorful thanks to the help of a box of pistachio pudding.
    This recipe however, is really a more simple recipe and has no 'surprise' ingredients such as pudding added to it.

     

    I am always looking for anything that will make my holiday baking easier and better. Here are some Holiday Cookie Baking Essentials that you may also find helpful

    This recipe is for anyone asking what does pecan pie taste like.

    The truth is that pecan pie tastes a lot sweeter than this recipe for muffins.
    One reason for that, besides the obvious that pies are meant to be a dessert, is that that this recipe has no added sugar or sugar-like ingredients added to it.

    Those of us who have enjoyed a slice of pecan pie in the past, cant probably agree that pecan pie is among the sweetest pies out there.

    This could be why pecan pie is really enjoyed by many folks during the holiday season.
    However, this recipe for pecan pie muffins is intended to mimic that flavor of pecan pie and not the pie itself.
     

    You may also be wondering what is the healthiest muffin to eat.

    Yes, this recipe is made without adding sugar to it. If your goal is to not eat sugar than this may be a healthier choice for you.

    This recipe for muffins does call for a brown sugar alternative.

    I suggest that you use a brown sugar alternative that is granular for best results. Also, use a brown sugar alternative that measures 1:1 with regular brown sugar in order to keep the balance of ingredients intact.
     

    chop pecans
    Chop Pecans for this recipe.

    Here are some tips for making muffins.

    I just mentioned that you should choose a brown sugar alternative that is granular for best results. That sugar alternative should also measure 1:1 with regular brown sugar.

    Here are some more helpful tips for you.

    1. This recipe calls for melted butter. Melted butter helps to give these muffins that pecan pie flavor and goodness. If you are considering using oil or another alternative (mashed bananas could work, same amount), take this into consideration.
    2. These muffins tend to stick. As a result, my suggestion is to use two methods of prep. For example, using both nonstick spray and a light dusting of flour to prevent sticking.
    3. I always tell my readers that when it comes to making muffins, it is especially important to not over-mix the batter as this can result in muffins that are harder to chew. Simply mix your ingredients until just blended instead.
    4. My readers are always asking for options with my ingredients to make what they are baking more friendly to a certain diet. This recipe can be made lower in carbs or gluten free. To do so you will need to use a low carb all purpose flour, keto all purpose flour , or use an all purpose gluten free flour. Please read the label on the package for important information on how to use it in a recipe such as this one.
    prep muffin pan
    I suggest double prepping your muffin pan in this recipe to prevent sticking.

     

    Here is how to store muffins.

    In the event that you have leftover muffins, simply store them in an air tight container, such as a muffin container. Refrigeration is not necessary as the muffins should be good for a few days if stored correctly.

     
    Here are some similar recipes that you may also like.

     

    • Low Carb Sugar Free Cheesecake Muffins.
    • Sugar Free Chocolate Chocolate Chip Muffins.
    • Also, Sugar Free Pumpkin Gingerbread.
    • Sugar Free Cream Cheese Pound Cake.
    • And, Sugar Free Vanilla Cupcakes.
    • Keto Low Carb Buttercream Frosting.

     

    Keep up to date with my recipes

     

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    I have some great tips on which alternatives may work in a recipe such as this one.

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    Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins
    Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins

    The recipe for Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins

    I mentioned above that you should use a brown sugar alternative that is granular for best results. That sugar alternative should also measure 1:1 with regular brown sugar.

    Also, I recommend using a double prep method for your muffins.

    These muffins tend to stick. As a result, my suggestion is to use two methods of prep. For example, using both nonstick spray and a light dusting of flour to prevent sticking.
     

    Ingredients needed to make Pecan Pie Muffins.

     

    • Flour- ½ cup, all purpose.
    • Brown Sugar Alternative- 1 cup. Reminder, use a brown sugar alternative that is granular for best results. That sugar alternative should also measure 1:1 with regular brown sugar.
    • Butter- ⅔ cup melted. That is just under 11 tablespoons of butter.
    • Vanilla Extract- 1 teaspoon.
    • Eggs- 2.
    • Pecans- 1 cup chopped, divided.

    How to make Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins.

     

    • Preheat your oven to 325 and double prep your muffin pan for nonstick.
    • In a large mixing bowl, use a whisk to mix together the flour and the browns sugar alternative.
    • Next, in another bowl, whisk together the butter, vanilla extract, and the eggs.
    • Add the wet ingredients from the second bowl to the dry ingredients in the first bowl. I like to add half at a time and gently stir between additions. Stir these ingredients until just combined- lumps are not a big deal in these muffins.
    • Fold in half of the chopped pecans. The top each of the muffins with the remaining pecans before baking.
    • Bake for 25-28 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Remove the muffins from the muffin pan and allow them to cool before serving.

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    Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins
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    Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins

    This delicious recipe for homemade Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins can be made with low carb and gluten free options.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time26 mins
    Total Time36 mins
    Course: bread, Breakfast, brunch
    Cuisine: American
    Search Result: lemon muffins, pecans, sugar free
    Servings: 12

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup Flour
    • 1 cup Surkin Gold - see post for alternatives
    • ⅔ cup Butter - melted
    • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
    • 2 Eggs
    • 1 cup Pecans - chopped, divided

    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 325 and double prep your muffin pan for nonstick
      prep muffin pan
    • In a large mixing bowl, use a whisk to mix together the flour and the brown sugar alternative. Next, in another bowl, whisk together the butter, vanilla extract, and the eggs
      whisking eggs
    • Add the wet ingredients from the second bowl to the dry ingredients in the first bowl. I like to add half at a time and gently stir between additions. Stir these ingredients until just combined- lumps are not a big deal in these muffins. Fold in half of the chopped pecans. The top each of the muffins with the remaining pecans before baking.
      add egg
    • Bake for 25-28 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Remove the muffins from the muffin pan and allow them to cool before serving
      Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins

    Recipe Notes

    I mentioned that you should use a brown sugar alternative that is granular for best results. That sugar alternative should also measure 1:1 with regular brown sugar.
    Also, I recommend using a double prep method for your muffins.
    These muffins tend to stick. As a result, my suggestion is to use two methods of prep. For example, using both nonstick spray and a light dusting of flour to prevent sticking.
     
    *Please check the nutritional labels to assure that you are sticking to your diet restrictions for any substitutions used.
    - see post for alternatives
    Please see recipe post for further details on this recipe.
    Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.

    *About Sugar Alternatives

    Specific sugar alternatives are not given in the recipes presented on this site. Only suggestions are given as to the 'kind' of alternative to use. It is up to you to select the alternative to use that suits your needs best. If the recipe is heated or cooked, it is best to use an alternative that can be heated or cooked with for best results. This site does not endorse any specific ingredients,

    *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This means that the links on this website, and specifically on this post, that lead to other sites may be affiliate links.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 178kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 101mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 359IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg
    Please note: Nutritional data has been calculated using a tool that comes with this recipe card and not by me. This means that Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that you use. The accuracy of this tool may differ from other tools as expected. Also note that there is no instructional value to the video that may be attached to this recipe. It is only there for visual pleasure. For more information about the images in this recipe, please refer the the recipe instructions. Thank you!

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    Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.

    This delicious recipe for homemade Sugar Free Pecan Pie Muffins can be made with low carb and gluten free options.

    Please see recipe post for further details on this recipe.

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