Pecan Cupcakes with Rich Pecan Frosting

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These Butter Pecan Cupcakes are the perfect combination of moist, fluffy cake and rich, creamy frosting, topped with crunchy toasted pecans. The nutty flavor of the pecans adds depth to the sweet, buttery cupcake, while the cream cheese frosting brings a smooth and tangy contrast that makes each bite irresistible.

  1. Ingredients:
    For the cupcakes:
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup chopped pecans, toasted

For the frosting:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chopped pecans, toasted

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the toasted pecans.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
  10. For the frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy.
  11. Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating until smooth after each addition.
  12. Stir in the vanilla extract and heavy cream, then beat until fluffy.
  13. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the cream cheese frosting and sprinkle with the toasted pecans.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Kcal: 320 kcal per cupcake | Servings: 12 cupcakes

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