Pecan-Pie Muffins

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Place paper liners in 9 muffin cups and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
3. 3
   In a large bowl, combine the pecans, sugar, and flour.
4. 4
   Make a well in the center of the mixture.
5. 5
   In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until foamy.
6. 6
   Add the melted butter and stir to combine.
7. 7
   Pour the egg mixture into the well in the dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened.
8. 8
   Spoon the batter into the cups, filling each two-thirds full.
9. 9
   Bake the muffins for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted in a muffin.
10. 10
    Remove the muffins from the pans immediately and cool on wire racks.