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Honey Pecan Cheesecake Muffins – Sweet, Nutty Delight

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cupsgraham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cupunsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cupgranulated sugar
  • 16 ozcream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cupgranulated sugar
  • 2large eggs
  • 1 tspvanilla extract
  • 1/2 cupsour cream
  • 1/4 cuphoney
  • 1/2 cupchopped pecans
  • 1/4 cuphoney (for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 325°F (163°C) and lining a muffin tin with paper liners. This will ensure that your muffins bake evenly and don’t stick to the pan.
  2. Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Mix until the crumbs are well-coated. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of each muffin liner, creating a compact crust. Bake for 5 minutes and set aside.
  3. Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar together until smooth and creamy. This step is crucial to achieving a lump-free, silky cheesecake texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Flavoring: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream until fully combined. These ingredients will add richness and depth to your cheesecake filling.
  5. Assemble the Muffins: Divide the cream cheese mixture evenly among the muffin liners, filling each about 3/4 full. Sprinkle chopped pecans on top of the cheesecakes for a delightful crunch.
  6. Bake and Cool: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheesecakes are set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Drizzle with Honey: Just before serving, drizzle each cheesecake muffin with honey. This final touch adds sweetness and a glossy finish, making your muffins irresistible.

Notes

Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure that your cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing. This will help you achieve a smooth and creamy texture without any lumps.
Prevent Cracking: To prevent cracks in your cheesecake, avoid overbaking. The muffins should still have a slight jiggle in the center when you remove them from the oven.
Evenly Distributed Crust: Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the muffin liners to create an even and sturdy crust. This will help the muffins hold their shape when removed from the liners.

  • Author: Chef mia