These Paleo Pecan Pie Muffins are so easy to make. They are rich, sweet and full of buttery pecans. Gluten free, dairy free, and so delicious!
I'm back with another delicious muffin recipe. You guys seem to love muffins as much as I do and I've had so much great feedback on my Paleo Pumpkin Muffins. I definitely think you'll love these just as much! This recipe is inspired by these muffins I saw on another blogger's site. I knew a couple easy changes and they could be paleo. They came out so amazing- I couldn't quit eating them!
They are a dense muffin- no leavener is used so they are almost like a pecan bar in muffin form. So so good! The coconut oil keeps them so moist and the tiny bit of molasses adds a real depth of flavor. I added mini chocolate chips to half the batch- if you're a chocolate lover than I highly recommend it, but they're definitely not needed.
I have to say- I'm usually not a fan of nuts in baked goods, but these are the exception. Banana bread? No nuts, please. Cookies? Macadamias are the only good ones. Brownies? Never ever, ever should brownies have nuts. It ruins the fudgy-ness and I'd choose no brownie over a brownie with nuts- truth! But because these are centered around the pecan it really works. My husband has the same strong feeling about nuts in baked goods and was hesitant to try these- 5 muffins later, he admitted he liked them 😉
You will love how simple they are to make. Mixed in one bowl and ready in 30 minutes! They will fill your house with an amazing aroma that is sweet and caramel-y. Then once you try them you'll fall in love with the delicious flavors and textures. Sweet, crunchy, moist, and irresistible!
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Paleo Pecan Pie Muffins
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw pecans, chopped
- 1 cup almond flour
- ¾ cup coconut sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ⅓ cup coconut oil, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- ½ cup dairy free mini chocolate chips optional (I use Enjoy Life)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325° and line a muffin pan with 9 parchment liners.
- In a large bowl, combine almond flour, coconut sugar, and salt.
- Add eggs, coconut oil, and molasses and stir well. Stir in the pecans and scoop into muffin liners.
- Bake for 25 minutes- the edges should be slightly brown.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, then remove from pan and cool completely. Can be stored at room temperature for 3 days, refrigerate if storing longer than that.
Joy says
These ARE really rich—just like pecan pie!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks for trying them, Joy!
Jacqueline Young (Jackie) says
Can they be made without sugar or Molasses
Gina says
Hello -
I was wondering if you could substitute molasses with honey? Or do you even need to add the molasses?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Gina- molasses adds the classic pecan pie flavor and a great depth of flavor. You can replace it with honey, but it won't be the same. It's inexpensive for how much it adds to the muffin. Hope that helps!
Gina says
Great, thanks. Also, can I use avocado oil instead of coconut oil?
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome, Gina! I think that will work.
Cheeyl says
Is the coconut oil solid or liquid form?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Cheryl, room temperature. So solid, but soft. Think of the consistency of room temperature butter. I usually give the coconut oil a good stir and then measure. Hope you love them!
Judi Mayhle says
These muffins are awesome. They are a staple on our Paleo diet. It always seems that we must be “cheating”!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Judi! I'm so glad you like them!
Annette says
First of I wanted to tell you I am ready to buy your cookbook....
please get to it!! ?
no really I love all your recipes and I think you’re a wonderful mom!!
Jessica DeMay says
Thank you so much, Annette! You are so kind! Maybe someday I'll do a cookbook 🙂
Naema Ebrahim says
How many calories are there in a muffin ?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Naema- I have no idea. I don't calculate calories.
Lana says
Love these! I’ll make more when I can get more pecans!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Lana!
Emily says
Is this blackstrap molasses that was used here? Really wanna try these
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Emily- yes, blackstrap. Enjoy!
Carolyn says
There were so delicious, I plan on making them again tomorrow! Thanks for this recipe, keep them coming.
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome, Carolyn! Thanks for trying them and so glad you like them!
Lisa says
I just found out I am egg intolerant. What can I use as a substitution in this recipe.
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Lisa- you can try a chia or flax egg replacement.