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Cinnamon Sugared Pumpkin Pecan Muffins



These muffins are made with whole grain bran cereal, pumpkin, pecans and spices. They are the perfect treat for a fall day or any time of year!


Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sugar, divided
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon, divided
  • 1 cup bran flakes
  • 1 cup skim milk
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Preheat oven to 400 °F. Spray 12 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  3. Combine 2 tablespoons sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl; set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cereal and milk and set aside for 5 minutes.
  5. Combine remaining sugar and cinnamon, flour, baking powder, and baking soda in a bowl. Whisk pumpkin, egg, and vanilla into cereal.
  6. Fold in dry mixture; being careful not to over mix. Spoon into prepared pan and sprinkle with pecans and sugar-cinnamon mixture.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.