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Imagine waking up to the enticing aroma of freshly baked muffins wafting through your kitchen, the promise of a rich and creamy cheesecake filling paired with the delightful crunch of toasted pecans. Honey Pecan Cheesecake Muffins are a culinary creation that not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also elevates your breakfast, brunch, or snack time to gourmet status. These muffins perfectly balance the rich, creamy texture of cheesecake with the light, fluffy nature of a classic muffin, making them a delicious treat at any hour of the day.

Honey Pecan Cheesecake Muffins

Discover the perfect blend of flavors with Honey Pecan Cheesecake Muffins, a delightful treat for any time of day! These muffins combine a light, fluffy base with a rich cheesecake filling, enhanced by the crunch of toasted pecans and the natural sweetness of honey. Ideal for brunch, snacks, or dessert, they're sure to impress family and friends. Follow our easy step-by-step guide to make these delicious muffins and elevate your baking game!
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Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter:

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup buttermilk

For the Cheesecake Filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon honey

1/4 cup chopped pecans

For the Topping:

1/4 cup chopped pecans

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon butter, melted

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven:

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.

      Prepare the Muffin Batter:

        In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, adding the vanilla extract and buttermilk. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.

          Make the Cheesecake Filling:

            In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and honey until smooth. Fold in the chopped pecans gently.

              Assemble the Muffins:

                Fill each muffin liner about 1/3 full with the muffin batter. Next, spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cheesecake filling into the center of each muffin. Top with another scoop of muffin batter until the liners are about 2/3 full.

                  Prepare the Topping:

                    In a small bowl, combine the chopped pecans, honey, and melted butter. Mix well.

                      Bake the Muffins:

                        Sprinkle the topping evenly over each muffin. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the muffin portion comes out clean. The cheesecake filling may still be slightly gooey, which is perfect!

                          Cool and Enjoy:

                            Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

                              Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 20 minutes | 40 minutes | 12 muffins