These Pecan-Pumpkin Muffins Are My All-Time Favorite Fall Treat

Name: These Pecan-Pumpkin Muffins Are My All-Time Favorite Fall Treat
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 12 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/4 c. canola oil; 2 large eggs; 1 c. granulated sugar; 1 c. pure pumpkin puree; 1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled; 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 3/4 tsp. kosher salt; 3/4 tsp. pumpkin pie spice; 1/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract; 1 c. chopped toasted pecans, plus more for garnish; 1/2 c. confectioners’ sugar; 2 tbsp. heavy cream, plus 1 tablespoon if needed

Serve with a cup of coffee for a perfect breakfast.

By Christopher MichelPublished: Oct 26, 2025

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Becky Luigart-Stayner

Yields:

12 serving(s)

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

These muffins combine pumpkin puree, toasted pecans, and pumpkin spice for a cozy, seasonal flavor. The recipe is simple, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time. A sweet glaze made with confectioners’ sugar, cream, and pumpkin spice adds the finishing delicious touch. These muffins are ideal for pairing with coffee or tea, making them a delightful addition to any autumn day.

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Ingredients

For the muffins:

1/4 cup canola oil
2 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup pure pumpkin puree
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. kosher salt
3/4 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
1/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1 cup chopped toasted pecans, plus more for garnish

For the glaze:

1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
2 Tbsp. heavy cream, plus 1 tablespoon if needed
3/4 tsp. pumpkin pie spice

Directions

1. Step 1Make the muffins: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a standard 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners. Whisk together oil, eggs, granulated sugar, pumpkin, and 1/3 cup water in a bowl. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pumpkin spice, and vanilla and stir to combine. Stir in pecans.
2. Step 2Transfer batter to prepared pan, dividing evenly. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 16 to 18 minutes. Cool in pans on a wire rack, 5 minutes. Remove from pans and cool completely.
3. Step 3Make the glaze: Whisk together confectioners’ sugar, cream, and pumpkin spice in a bowl. Drizzle over muffins and garnish with pecans.