Cinnamon Sugared Pumpkin Pecan Muffins

These muffins are made with whole grain bran cereal, pumpkin, pecans and spices. They are the perfect treat for a fall day or any time of year!

Prep 6 minCook 19 minTotal 25 minUpdated Jul 3, 202625 minVegetarian

These muffins are made with whole grain bran cereal, pumpkin, pecans and spices. They are the perfect treat for a fall day or any time of year!

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Sugar, divided
  • 2 tsp Cinnamon, divided
  • 1 tsp Bran flakes
  • 1 cup Skim milk
  • 1 cup Flour
  • 1 tsp Baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 cup Canned pumpkin
  • 1 piece(s) Egg
  • 1 tsp Vanilla
  • 2 tbsp Finely chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 °F. Spray 12 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  2. Combine 2 tablespoons sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cereal and milk and set aside for 5 minutes.
  4. Combine remaining sugar and cinnamon, flour, baking powder, and baking soda in a bowl. Whisk pumpkin, egg, and vanilla into cereal.
  5. Fold in dry mixture; being careful not to over mix. Spoon into prepared pan and sprinkle with pecans and sugar-cinnamon mixture.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

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